The Supreme Court of India allowed the transfer of four similar lawsuits in the Delhi High Court challenging the implementation of the Cigarettes and Other Tobacco Products Act, 2003. The Court rejected a tobacco company's prayer for staying the implementation of Prohibition of Smoking in Public Places Rules, 2008. Other issues in the case are pending.
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.
The Supreme Court of India allowed the transfer of four similar lawsuits in the Delhi High Court challenging the implementation of the Cigarettes and Other Tobacco Products Act, 2003. The Court rejected a tobacco company's prayer for staying the implementation of Prohibition of Smoking in Public Places Rules, 2008. Other issues in the case are pending.