Thirupathi.S v. The Tahsildar

BEFORE THE MADURAI BENCH OF MADRAS HIGH COURT DATED : 11.03.2024

CORAM

THE HONOURABLE MR.JUSTICE G.R.SWAMINATHAN S.Thirupathi ... Petitioner Vs.

1.The Tahsildar, Melur Taluk, Madurai District.

2.The Head Surveyor, Melur Taluk, Madurai District.

... Respondents Prayer : Writ Petition filed under Article 226 of the Constitution of India, praying this Court to issue a Writ of Mandamus, to direct the Respondent to sub-divide and grant patta in the name of the Petitioner for his lands measuring Eastern 2 Cents out of Western 7 Cents out of 14 Cents i.e., 0.05.5 Ares comprised in Survey No.266/2B situated at Kesampatti Village, Melur Taluk, Madurai District based on the petitioner's application dated 20.12.2023 within the time stipulated by this Court.

For Petitioner : Mr.VB.Sundareshwar For Respondents : Mr.A.Kannan Additional Government Pleader 1/3

ORDER

Heard the learned counsel on either side.

2. The petitioner seeks sub-divisioning and grant of patta in his name. He has given an application in this regard.

3. The first respondent is directed to consider the petition mentioned representation and pass final order on merits and in accordance with law within a period of twelve weeks from the date of receipt of a copy of this order. I make it clear that I have not gone into the merits of the matter. It is open to the first respondent to pass order one way or the other. Interested persons shall be put on notice before passing the order.

4. The Writ Petition is disposed of. No costs. 11.03.2024 Index : Yes / No Internet : Yes/ No rmi To 1.The Tahsildar, Melur Taluk, Madurai District.

2.The Head Surveyor, Melur Taluk, Madurai District.

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G.R.SWAMINATHAN, J.

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