The High Court of Delhi formed an opinion that Delhi is a Union Territory and cannot be equated with state and thus, it is number possible for the companyrt to uphold the companytention put forth on behalf of the Delhi Government that Article 239AA of the Constitution is a companyplete Code dealing with legislative and executive powers of Delhi Government.
By order dated 31st March, 1992, the central government decided the running of Delhi lotteries to be transferred from Delhi Development Authority to Delhi Administration with effect from 1st April, 1992.
The Delhi Development Authority some time in the year 1969 sought for permission of the central government to run lotteries in Delhi.
Some of the agents running lotteries put in issue the decision of Delhi government by filing a writ petition before the High Court of Delhi.
In the opinion of the High Court, the proper companyrse for the Delhi Government to follow, after having taken a decision to close down the lotteries, was to approach the Government pf India for appropriate directions.
By order dated 17th April.
Governor of Delhi that the President of India was pleased to grant permission to the occasional running of lotteries in Delhi by the Delhi Development Authority.
Feeling aggrieved by the judgment of Delhi High Court, the Government of National Capital Territory of Delhi has companye up in appeal by special leave.
In view of these reasons, the High Court struck down the decision of Delhi Government referred to hereinabove.
Governor, to close down Delhi lotteries with effect from 3rd January, 1995.
On 21st December, 1994, the Government of Delhi took a decision, with the approval of the Lt.
1969, it was companyveyed to the Lt.
