Tree of Life Products Private limited Vs. K.G.H.H.R. Kiriella and Others – CA WRIT APPLICATION NO: 102/2018-2018

In Tree of Life Products Private Limited v. K.G.H.H.R. Kiriella and others, the court addressed the issuance of writs under Article 140 of the Constitution, focusing on the petitioner’s request for the exclusive privilege to sell toddy by retail in a specified tavern. It was held that since the principal relief sought had already been granted by the respondents, no further judicial intervention was warranted, and the application was dismissed without costs. The decision reaffirmed the principle that courts will not proceed with applications for prerogative writs when the substantive grievance has been resolved, placing emphasis on the completion of administrative proceedings and the satisfaction of the principal claim. The findings relied on established practice regarding administrative re