Madras High CourtWP Crl./1321/2026disposed of

R.Thirugnanam v. The District Collector,

2026-06-10Honourable Mr Justice G.K. Ilanthiraiyan4 pages

IN THE HIGH COURT OF JUDICATURE AT MADRAS

DATED: 10-06-2026

CORAM

THE HON'BLE MR JUSTICE G.K. ILANTHIRAIYAN R.Thirugnanam ..Petitioner(s) Vs

1. The District Collector, Ariyalur District, Ariyalur.

2. The Revenue Divisional Officer, Udaryarpalayam, Ariyalur District.

3. The Superintendent of Police, Ariyalur District.

4. The Deputy Superintendent of Police, Jayankodam, Ariyalur District.

5. The Inspector of Police, Irumbulikurichi Police Station, Ariyalur District.

..Respondent(s) PRAYER: Writ Petition filed under Article 226 of the Constitution of India, praying to issue a WRIT OF MANDAMUS, directing the 5th Respondent to give permission and police protection to conduct the cultural program (Adalum Padalum and Karagattam) and scheduled to be held on 11.06.2026 at Sri Muthu Mariyamman Temple, Therkku Paranam Village, Sendurai Taluk, Ariyalur District and considering the petitioners representation dated 05.06.2026 as per the Hindu Custom and usage of the petitioner had been done from time immemorial.

For Petitioner(s):

Mr.R.Subramaniyan For Respondent(s):

Mr.R.Ganesh Kumar Government Advocate (Crl. Side)

ORDER

This Writ Petition has been filed seeking permission to conduct cultural programme in the event of Adalum Padalum and Karagattam and scheduled to be held on 11.06.2026 at Sri Muthu Mariyamman Temple, Therkku Paranam Village, Sendurai Taluk, Ariyalur District and considering the petitioner's representation dated 05.06.2026 to the respondents. Since the same has not been considered, the present Writ Petition has been filed.

2. Heard the learned counsel appearing for the petitioner and the learned Government Advocate (Criminal Side) appearing for the respondents.

3. The learned Government Advocate (Criminal Side) , on instructions, would submit that there is likelihood of arising law and order problem.

4. A mere apprehension cannot be a ground to reject the representation. There is absolutely no material before this Court to hold that there will be a law and order problem in the event of permission being granted. In such view of the matter, this petition is allowed and the petitioner is permitted to conduct cultural programme in the event of Adalum Padalum and Karagattam) and scheduled to

be held on 11.06.2026 at Sri Muthu Mariyamman Temple, Therkku Paranam Village, Sendurai Taluk, Ariyalur District and considering the petitioners representation dated 05.06.2026, however on the following conditions:- (a) The cultural programme in connection with the event of (Adalum Padalum and Karagattam) and scheduled to be held on 11.06.2026 at Sri Muthu Mariyamman Temple, Therkku Paranam Village, Sendurai Taluk, Ariyalur District, shall be conducted as per the petitioner's representation dated 05.06.2026.

(b)The petitioners shall pay a sum of Rs.10,000/-(Rupees Ten Thousand Only), to the respondent Police and on receipt of the same, the respondent Police is directed to issue receipt and proceed further. (c)There should not be any kind of obscene dance or vulgar dialogues during the performance, by anyone of the participants. (d) Double meaning songs should not be played so as to spoil the minds of students and youths.

(e) No dance or songs, touching upon any political party or religion or community or caste shall be played.

(f) No flex boards in support of any political party or communal leader, shall be erected at the premises of the programme. (g) The function shall not affect either religious or communal harmony and shall be conducted without any discrimination based on caste. (h) If there is violation of any one of the conditions imposed, the concerned police officer is at liberty to take necessary action, as per law and stop such performance forthwith; and (i) Similarly, the police is directed to stop the dance programme, if it is played beyond the permitted time limit.

(j) The respondent is directed to issue necessary permission, incorporating the above conditions.

G.K.ILANTHIRAIYAN, J.

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5. With the above directions, this Writ Petition stands allowed. The uploaded copy can be utilized for the purpose of execution of the Order. 10-06-2026 Index: Yes/No Speaking/Non-speaking order kas Note: Office to issue order copy today.

To.

1. The District Collector, Ariyalur District,Ariyalur.

2. The Revenue Divisional Officer, Udaryarpalayam, Ariyalur District.

3. The Superintendent of Police, Ariyalur District.

4. The Deputy Superintendent of Police, Jayankodam, Ariyalur District.

5. The Inspector of Police, Irumbulikurichi Police Station, Ariyalur District.