UNION OF INDIA vs PURANMAL LALCHAND MUNDRA

The Supreme Court held that under the Salt Act, respondents must either be the owners or lessees of the property to seek renewal of the license. The Court directed the respondents to apply to the District Collector to establish their title, considering statutory vesting and relevant documents. Until the title is determined, the appellant is required to renew the license, subject to the outcome of the title suits. The appeal was disposed of without costs.