Madhya Pradesh High Court Denies Relief to Coldrif Cough Syrup Distributor in High-Profile Case

The Madhya Pradesh High Court refused to entertain the appeal of distributor Rajpal Kataria after authorities sealed his shop and suspended his licence following the deaths of children who consumed Coldrif cough syrup. 

The Court said the case involved one of the most shocking medical incidents, with over thirty deaths reported.

The Court held that Kataria has an effective remedy under Rule 66 of the Drug and Cosmetic Rules, 1945, and observed that he may approach the State Government in appeal, noting that Article 226 offers discretionary relief.

[Rajpal Kataria v. State of Madhya Pradesh and Ors.]