The State Of Tamil Nadu vs K Balu

The Supreme Court clarified the interpretation of paragraph 7 of its order dated 11 July 2017 regarding the sale of liquor near highways, emphasizing that it does not prohibit licensed establishments within municipal areas. The Court addressed concerns about the term 'municipal areas' and its applicability to local self-governing bodies, allowing state governments to determine the governance principles for such areas. The Court held that the clarification aims to eliminate ambiguity and reduce litigation, thus ensuring proper implementation of the earlier orders.