M.Chandrasekaran v. The District Collector

WP No. 20294 of 2026

IN THE HIGH COURT OF JUDICATURE AT MADRAS

DATED: 21-05-2026

CORAM

THE HON'BLE MR JUSTICE G. R. SWAMINATHAN WP No. 20294 of 2026 M.Chandrasekaran ..Petitioner(s) Vs

1. The District Collector Dharmapuri District.

2. The Thasildar Dharmapuri Taluk office, Dharmapuri.

..Respondent(s) PRAYER - This Writ Petition is filed under Article 226 of the Constitution of India, seeking a Writ of Mandamus, directing the 2nd respondent to take steps to measure and demarcate the property being all that piece and parcel of land comprised in Vannampatti, Collectorate Post, Virupakshipuram, Dharmapuri Comprised in S.No 520/3A2 to an extent of 900 Sq.ft. in Application No.2026 / 0103 / 05/ 005387 dated 19.02.2026 to issues Patta in the name of petitioner within a time frame fixed by this Court.

For Petitioner(s):

Mr.M.Selvam For Respondent(s):

Mr.M.Murali, Government Advocate

O R D E R

Heard both sides.

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WP No. 20294 of 2026 G.R.SWAMINATHAN J.

GSA 2.The petitioner has given a representation on 19.02.2026 for issuance of patta. I direct the 2nd respondent to conduct enquiry and dispose of the said application and pass final orders on merits and in accordance with law, within a period of twelve weeks. I make it clear that I am not going into the merits of the matter. All the necessary parties shall be put on notice before passing final orders.

3.This Writ Petition is disposed of accordingly. No costs. 21-05-2026 Index: Yes/No Speaking/Non-speaking order GSA To

1. The District Collector Dharmapuri District.

2. The Thasildar Dharmapuri Taluk office, Dharmapuri.

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