Background: The Bombay High Court recently heard a petition challenging the Maharashtra Government's decision to rename the Mumbai airport after Shiv Sena founder Bal Thackeray. The petition had been filed by a city-based activist, who argued that the decision was taken without consulting the public. Parties: The petition was filed by the activist, while the respondents included the Maharashtra Government and the Airport Authority of India. Legal issues: The main issue before the court was whether the government had followed the proper procedure while renaming the airport. Court observations: The court dismissed the petition, observing that the decision to rename the airport was taken after following the due process. The court also noted that the petitioner had not been able to show any illegality or arbitrariness in the decision. Significance: The order is significant as it upholds the government's decision to rename the airport, which has been a contentious issue in the state. The court's decision will put an end to the controversy surrounding the renaming of the airport.