(1.) Heard Mr. Pangam, learned Counsel for the petitioners, Mr. Lotlikar, learned Senior Counsel for respondents no.1 to 5, Mr. S. Mahambrey, learned Additional Government Advocate for respondents no.6 and 9 and Mrs. Agni, learned Amicus Curiae. None present for respondents no.7 and 8 though served.
(2.) Rule. By consent heard forthwith.
(3.) By this petition, the petitioners seek the following reliefs :