JANTIA HILL TRUCK OWNERS ASSOCIATION vs S.A.COAL DEALER & TRUCK OWNER ASSN.

The Supreme Court upheld the Gauhati High Court's decision that the Memorandum dated 11th September 2003 issued by the Government of Meghalaya was illegal under Section 138(2)(b) of the Motor Vehicles Act, 1988. The Court emphasized that the collection of money by weighbridge operators and local tribal chiefs lacked legal authority, thus mandating the Government to formulate appropriate rules. The Court's holding reinforces the need for lawful regulation of tolls and fees in the state, ensuring compliance with statutory provisions.