ROYAL MEDICAL TRUST (REGD) vs UNION OF INDIA & ANR

The Supreme Court addressed the disapproval of applications for medical colleges by the Central Government based on inspections by the Medical Council of India (MCI) which identified infrastructural inadequacies. The Court held that the refusal to conduct fresh inspections after rectifications claimed by the applicants was unjustified, emphasizing the need for a fair opportunity to demonstrate compliance with the required standards. The Court directed the MCI and the Central Government to undertake fresh inspections to verify the claims made by the medical colleges, thereby ensuring adherence to the principles of natural justice.