SUBHASHAN REDDY, J.

( 1 ) THIS writ petition was earlier disposed of by me in the absence of the learned counsel for the respondents, as they were not present at that time. On a petition being filed to restore the matter, this writ petition is restored to file. The respective contentions advanced by Mr. Y. N. Lohita, the learned Counsel for the petitioner, Mr. P. V. R. Sarma, the learned counsel for the third respondent as well as the learned Government Pleader are heard.

( 2 ) AT issue, is whether the amended Andhra Pradesh Cinematograph Rules replacing the old Rules of 1970 contemplate proof of lawful possession for each and every renewal of cinematograph licence.

( 3 ) THE property in question Navrang Theatre, was exhibiting films and the same was leased out by the petitioner, who is the owner, for a period of 20 years with effect from 1-1-1964. The lease deed does not contain any clause, expressly, for renewal of the lease. However, Mr. P. V. R. Sarma, the learned counsel for the third respondent contends that Clause 22 which says that the tenant shall pay rs. 3,000/- per month till eviction will operate as renewal clause impliedly, as, though, originally the rent was less, the

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