Synge Thomas v. The Branch Manager

IN THE HIGH COURT OF JUDICATURE AT MADRAS

DATED: 09-04-2026

CORAM

THE HON'BLE MR JUSTICE KRISHNAN RAMASAMY Synge Thomas ..Petitioner(s) Vs The Branch Manager, M/s.Indian Overseas Bank, 75/151, Paper Mills Road, Perambur, Chennai - 600 011.

..Respondent(s) Prayer: Writ Petition filed under Article 226 of the Constitution of India seeking issuance of writ of mandamus, directing the Respondent to revalidate the 3 expired DD's of Rs.20 lakhs dated 13.06.2023 with nil charges and to pay costs of this WP and to pay compensation to the petitioner for the mental anguish suffered as this Honble court may deem fit and proper for failing to do its basic banking duty.

For Petitioner(s):

No Appearance For Respondent(s):

Mr.G.Lokeshwaran

ORDER

When this matter was listed for hearing on 07.04.2026, none appeared on behalf of the petitioner therefore, the Registry was directed to list this matter under the caption 'for dismissal' today i.e., 09.04.2026.

2. Even today, none appeared on behalf of the petitioner. Therefore, it is clear that the petitioner is not interested in prosecuting this writ petition. Accordingly, this Writ Petition is dismissed for non-prosecution. No costs. 09-04-2026 Index: Yes/No Speaking/Non-speaking order KKN

To The Branch Manager, M/s.Indian Overseas Bank, 75/151, Paper Mills Road, Perambur, Chennai - 600 011.

KRISHNAN RAMASAMY, J.

KKN 09-04-2026