JUDGMENT

D.N. Patel, Chief Justice (Oral)

Proceedings in the matter have been conducted through video conferencing.

C.M.No.15402/2021 (exemptions) & 15403/2021(permission to file lengthy synopsis and list of dates)

For the reasons stated in the application and in view of the present prevailing situation, the present application is allowed subject to just exceptions. However, the applicant is directed to file duly signed and affirmed affidavits within a period of one week and the requisite Court fee within a period of 72 hours from the date of resumption of regular functioning of the Court.

The application is disposed of.

W.P.(C) No.5027/2021

1. This public interest litigation has been preferred with the following prayers:

"a) Issue a writ of mandamus directing the Respondent to issue an Order directing Inspectors under the Drugs and Cosmetics Act, 1940 to oversee and ensure maintenance of records of sale and distribution of Covid-19 management drugs and equipment such