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Piush Ahluwalia vs. Union of India

Piush Ahluwalia challenged the Ministry of Health & Family Welfare's August 28, 2018 ENDS advisory.  The court dismissed the petition with the observation that the advisory is not binding.  

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Piush Ahluwalia vs. Union of India, W.P.(C) 12163/2018, High Court of Delhi (2018).

  • India
  • Nov 4, 2018
  • High Court of Delhi at New Delhi

Parties

Plaintiff Piush Ahluwalia

Defendant Union of India

Legislation Cited

Related Documents

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Type of Litigation

Challenge to Government Policies Relating to Tobacco Control/Public Health
Tobacco companies or front groups may challenge any legislative or regulatory measure that affects their business interests. Unlike public interest litigation, these cases seek to weaken health measures. These cases frequently involve the industry proceeding against the government. For example, a group of restaurant owners challenging a smoke free law as unconstitutional.

Tobacco Control Topics

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Substantive Issues

Right to Self-Determination
Smokers’ rights groups may claim that governments interfere with consumers’ freedom of choice when they regulate tobacco use.

Type of Tobacco Product

E-cigarettes and other ENDS products
Electronic and/or battery-operated devices designed to deliver an inhaled dose of nicotine or other substances. Examples include electronic cigarettes (e-cigarettes), electronic cigars, electronic cigarillos, electronic hookah, vaporizers, and vape pens. ENDS does not include any device or medication approved by the government as nicotine replacement therapy.
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