Sheik Mohammed v. The Sub-Collector

BEFORE THE MADURAI BENCH OF MADRAS HIGH COURT DATED : 07.03.2024

CORAM

THE HONOURABLE MR.JUSTICE G.R.SWAMINATHAN Shiek Mohammed ... Petitioner Vs.

1.The Sub Collector, Cheranmahadevi, Tirunelveli.

2.The Tahsildar, Cheranmahadevi Taluk, Tirunelveli.

... Respondents Prayer : Writ Petition filed under Article 226 of the Constitution of India, praying this Court to issue a Writ of Mandamus, directing the first respondent to issue Natham patta to an extent of 0.01.60 Ares equivalent to 3.952 cents in Old S.No.3A/1, New S.No.3A/19, situated at Cherankovilpathu Village, Cheranmahadevi Taluk, Tirunelveli District based upon the recommendation of the second respondent dated 15.12.2022, within a period fixed by this Court. 1/4

For Petitioner : Mr.H.Arumugam For Respondents : Mr.M.Lingadurai Special Government Pleader

ORDER

Heard both sides.

2. The petitioner seeks issuance of Natham patta in his name in respect of the petition mentioned survey number. An application has also been given.

3. The first respondent is directed to conduct enquiry, issue notice to all the interested persons thereafter and pass order on merits and in accordance with law. The entire exercise shall be completed 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. 2/4

4. This writ petition is disposed of accordingly. There shall be no order as to costs.

07.03.2024 NCC : Yes/No Index : Yes / No Internet : Yes/ No MGA To 1.The Sub Collector, Cheranmahadevi, Tirunelveli.

2.The Tahsildar, Cheranmahadevi Taluk, Tirunelveli.

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G.R.SWAMINATHAN, J.

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