(1.) Heard the learned counsel for the parties.
(2.) Since substantially common issues of law and facts arise in all these petitions, the learned counsel for the parties agree that common judgment and order could dispose of the same. Accordingly, with consent, we treat Writ Petition No.92 of 2023 as the lead petition.
(3.) Under the provisions of the Goa Public Gambling Act, 1976 (the said Act), the Petitioners have been issued licenses to operate offshore and onshore casinos in the State of Goa. These licenses are subject to several terms and conditions, including the payment of Annual Recurring Fees (A.R.F.) prescribed in the statutory notification issued under the said Act.