Priya Darshni Dental College & Hospl vs Union Of India & Ors

The Supreme Court ruled that the Central Government's decision not to renew the permission for the petitioner college under Section 10A(4) of the Dentists Act, 1948 was invalid due to the denial of a personal hearing, which is a requisite under the statute. The Court emphasized that the principles of natural justice must be adhered to, particularly the right to be heard before an adverse decision is made. Consequently, the Court directed the Central Government to grant the petitioner a personal hearing and reconsider its decision regarding the renewal of permission.