C.Elumalai v. The Chief Engineer

IN THE HIGH COURT OF JUDICATURE AT MADRAS

DATED: 04.01.2022

CORAM:

THE HON'BLE MR.JUSTICE M.DHANDAPANI W.P.No.28230 of 2021 C. Elumalai ....Petitioner vs.

1. The Chief Engineer, TNEB & Electricity Distribution Circle, Erode District.

2. The Assistant Enginer, Operating & Maintenance, Azhagusamuthiram, Maramangalathupatty, Omalur Taluk, Salem District.

.. Respondents PRAYER:

Writ Petition filed under Article 226 of the Constitution of India, to issue a Writ of Mandamus directing the respondents to consider the petitioner's representation dated 09.12.2021.

For Petitioner : Mr. V.V. Sairam For 1st Respondent : Mr. Abul Kalam, Standing Counsel

ORDER

The petitioner has filed this petition seeking issuance of Writ of Mandamus directing the respondents to consider the representation made on 09.12.2021 by the petitioner.

2. Since, no adverse order is being passed against the 2nd respondent, notice to the 2nd respondent is dispensed with.

3. Mr. Abul Kalam, learned Standing counsel takes notice to the 1st respondent.

4. The case of the petitioner is that the petitioner

who is residing at Kanganiyur Kattu Valaivi, Karkkalvadi Post, Omalur Circle, Salem District has made a representation dated 09.12.2021 to the respondents herein for grant of three phase electricity service connection to his house. However, till date, no action has been taken on the same. Hence, the present Writ Petition is filed seeking the above relief.

5. Though very many grounds have been raised, learned counsel for the petitioner submits that it would suffice if this Court directs the Respondents to consider the petitioner's representation dated 09.12.2021 and pass appropriate on the same, within the time frame fixed by this Court.

6. Learned Standing counsel appearing for the respondents submits that the petitioner's representation will be considered and appropriate order will be passed in accordance with law within the time frame fixed by this Court.

7. Heard the learned counsel on the either side and perused the materials available on record.

8. In view of the aforesaid submissions, this Court without expressing any opinion on the merits of the case, directs the respondents herein to consider the petitioner's representation dated 09.12.2021 and pass appropriate orders on the same within a period of twelve weeks from the date of receipt of a copy of this order.

9. Accordingly, this writ petition is disposed of with the aforesaid direction. No costs.

Sd/- Assistant Registrar(CS-VIII) //True Copy// Sub Assistant Registrar NHS To 1.The Chief Engineer, TNEB & Electricity Distribution Circle, Erode District.

2.The Assistant Enginer, Operating & Maintenance, Azhagusamuthiram, Maramangalathupatty, Omalur Taluk, Salem District.

+1cc to Mr.V.V.Sairam, Advocate, S.R.No.261 W.P.No.28230 of 2021 GPL(CO) SB(28/01/2022)