M.Joseph Marlin v. The Tahsildar

BEFORE THE MADURAI BENCH OF MADRAS HIGH COURT DATED: 22.04.2025

CORAM

THE HON'BLE MR.JUSTICE P.B.BALAJI M.Joseph Marlin : Petitioner Vs.

1.The Tahsildar, Kalkulam Taluk, Thuckalay Post, Kanyakumari District.

2.The Head Surveyor, Kalkulam Taluk, Thuckalay Post, Kanyakumari District.

: Respondents PRAYER: Writ Petition filed under Article 226 of the Constitution of India, praying for a Writ of Mandamus, directing the respondents 1 and 2 to survey and sub-divide the land and issue separate patta in S.No.164/2 in an extent of 1.5 Ares (3.75 cents) in Old Lakshmipuram Village, New Neyyoor Village, Kalkulam Taluk, Kanyakumari District.

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For Petitioner : Mr.K.Sathiya Singh For Respondents : Mr.M.Lingadurai Special Government Pleader

O R D E R

The petitioner seeks issuance of a Writ of Mandamus, to direct the respondents 1 and 2 to survey and sub-divide the subject lands and issue separate patta to the petitioner. 2.Heard the learned Counsel for the petitioner and Mr.M.Lingadurai, learned Special Government Pleader appearing for the respondents.

3.Considering the fact that the petitioner has purchased subject lands under registered sale deed and his name is also reflected in the joint patta, the respondents shall consider the petitioner's application dated 01.04.2025, on merits and in accordance with law within a period of twelve [12] weeks from the date of receipt of a copy of this order.

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4.Accordingly, this Writ Petition stands disposed of. There shall be no order as to costs.

22.04.2025 Index :Yes / No Internet : Yes / No NCC : Yes/No MR 3/5

To 1.The Tahsildar, Kalkulam Taluk, Thuckalay Post, Kanyakumari District.

2.The Head Surveyor, Kalkulam Taluk, Thuckalay Post, Kanyakumari District.

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P.B.BALAJI.

, J.

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