JAGDIP SINGH vs JAGIR CHAND

The Supreme Court emphasized that under Section 80(2) of the Motor Vehicles Act, 1988, a Regional Transport Authority should not ordinarily refuse permit applications, reflecting the legislative intent to liberalize the transport sector for public convenience. The Court held that the High Court's decision to set aside permits granted by the State Transport Appellate Tribunal was unjust, as it hindered the growth of transport services and violated the rights of new operators. The judgment reinforces the need for increased bus services to benefit the public and supports the liberalization of transport operations.