HOTEL SEA GULL vs STATE OF WEST BENGAL

The Supreme Court upheld the notices issued under Section 53(1) and Section 54 of the West Bengal Town and Country (Planning and Development) Act, 1979, requiring the appellant to cease unauthorized construction of a hotel building. The Court emphasized the necessity of obtaining prior permission under Section 46 for any development activities, affirming the authority of the Digha Planning Authority to enforce compliance. The appeal was dismissed, affirming the High Court's decision to uphold the notices and the requirement for adherence to planning regulations.