The Karnataka State Road Transport Corporation (Ksrtc) v. The State Of Andhra Pradesh

THE HON'BLE SRI JUSTI CE S.V.BHATT W RI T PETI TI ON No.3 1 3 5 7 of 2 0 1 6 ORDER:

As it is stated that the petitioner's representation dated 08.09.2016 is pending consideration before the authority concerned in relation to release of its seized vehicle bearing registration No.KA 07 F 1691, it is not necessary for this Court to keep the present writ petition pending and adjudicate the same on merits. It is for the authority concerned to apply its mind and take appropriate action in the matter.

The writ petition is accordingly disposed of directing the authority concerned to consider the petitioner's representation dated 08.09.2016 in accordance with law and take appropriate action in the matter. In the event, the authority concerned directs release of the subject vehicle, it shall be open to him to impose such conditions as are deemed fit and proper including deposit of a reasonable amount as assessed by him and also an undertaking to the effect that the petitioner shall not alienate the vehicle or encumber it pending further enquiry, if any. This exercise shall be completed expeditiously and in any event not later than four days from the date of receipt of a copy of this order.

Pending miscellaneous petitions, if any, shall stand closed in the light of this final order. No order as to costs. ____________ S. V. BHATT, J September 17, 2016 DSK