Union Territory Of Lakshadweep & Ors vs Seashells Beach Resort & Ors

The Supreme Court held that the High Court's order directing the Union Territory of Lakshadweep to process applications for clearances and permits for Seashells Beach Resort was flawed, as the resort operated without necessary licenses from the Tourism Department and clearances from the Coastal Zone Regulatory Authority under the Environment (Protection) Act, 1986. The Court emphasized the importance of adhering to Coastal Regulation Zone (CRZ) norms and the Integrated Island Management Plan, thereby staying the High Court's order. The Court's holding reinforces the necessity of regulatory compliance for commercial establishments in ecologically sensitive areas.