U.O.I vs SUDDI

The Supreme Court upheld the High Court's decision to quash the termination of the dealership license of M/s Jagannath & Co. by Bharat Petroleum Corporation Ltd. (BPCL), finding that the termination was not justified as the procedural safeguards were not followed. The Court emphasized the necessity of adhering to principles of natural justice and the requirement for a fair hearing before such drastic action is taken. The judgment reinforces the legal principle that administrative actions must comply with due process, particularly in cases involving licenses and permits.