RAJENDRA SINGH vs STATE OF M.P.

The Supreme Court upheld the Madhya Pradesh High Court's decision regarding the cancellation of the appellant's liquor shop license due to non-payment of license fees as mandated by Section 31(4)(b) of the Madhya Pradesh Excise Act. The Court emphasized the necessity of compliance with the terms of the license and the consequences of failure to appear for a personal hearing. The Court affirmed that the reauction of the shops was valid and that the appellant was liable for the loss of revenue resulting from the reauction.