M.Selvaraj v. The Commissioner

1 W.P.(MD)NO.10447 OF 2024 BEFORE THE MADURAI BENCH OF MADRAS HIGH COURT DATED : 05.06.2024

CORAM

THE HONOURABLE MR.JUSTICE G.R.SWAMINATHAN W.P.(MD)No.10447 of 2024 AND W.M.P.(MD)No.9404 of 2024 M.Selvaraj ... Petitioner Vs.

1. The Commissioner, Tamil Nadu Food Safety and Drug Administration Department, DMS Campus, 5th Floor, No.359, Anna Salai, Teynampet, Chennai - 06.

2. The Designated Officer, Tamil Nadu Food Safety and Drug Administration Department, Food Safety Wing, Race Course Road, Tiruchirappalli.

... Respondents Prayer: Writ petition filed under Article 226 of the Constitution of India, to issue a Writ of Mandamus, directing the second respondent to de-seal the petitioner's shop, Selvaraj Maligai, situated in Vathalai Salai, T.Puthur Post, Musiri Taluk, Trichy District by considering the petitioner's representation dated 22.04.2024 to the respondents.

For Petitioner : Mr.S.Jayaseelan For Respondents : Mr.Veerakathiravan, Additional Advocate General, assisted by, Mr.K.Balasubramanian, Special Government Pleader.

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O R D E R

Heard both sides.

2. Since thirty days waiting period has elapsed and that the petitioner has also remitted the penalty amount, there can be no objection for de-sealing the petition mentioned premises. The respondents are directed to de-seal the petition mentioned premises forthwith and without any delay. This writ petition stands allowed. No costs. Consequently, connected miscellaneous petition is closed.

05.06.2024 NCC : Yes / No Index : Yes / No Internet : Yes/ No PMU Note : Issue order copy on 05.06.2024.

To:

1. The Commissioner, Tamil Nadu Food Safety and Drug Administration Department, DMS Campus, 5th Floor, No.359, Anna Salai, Teynampet, Chennai - 06.

2. The Designated Officer, Tamil Nadu Food Safety and Drug Administration Department, Food Safety Wing, Race Course Road, Tiruchirappalli.

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