Madras High CourtWP(MD)/11651/2023allowed

Pachaiappan. D v. The Superintendent Of Police

2023-05-10Honourable Mr Justice G.R.Swaminathan,Honourable Mrs Justice S.Srimathy4 pages

BEFORE THE MADURAI BENCH OF MADRAS HIGH COURT DATED : 10.05.2023

CORAM:

THE HONOURABLE MR.JUSTICE G.R.SWAMINATHAN AND THE HONOURABLE MRS.JUSTICE S.SRIMATHY D.Pachaippan ... Petitioner Vs.

1.The Superintendent of Police, Pudukkottai District, Pudukkottai.

2.The Inspector of Police, Aranthangi Police Station, Pudukkottai District.

... Respondents PRAYER: Writ Petition filed under Article 226 of the Constitution of India, praying this Court to issue a Writ of Mandamus, directing the respondents to grant permission and protection to conduct the "Aadalum Paadalum'' dance programme on 21.05.2023 at 8.00 p.m to 11.00 p.m in pursuant to the Vaikasi festival of Arulmighu Sri Muthumaraimman Temple, situated at Thirunallur South Village and Post, Aranthangi Taluk, Pudukkottai District, by considering the petitioner's representation dated 28.04.2023.

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For Petitioner :Mr.M.Suresh For Respondents :Mr.A.Sivanu Pandian Government Advocate

O R D E R

********** Heard the learned counsel on either side.

2. The petitioner had submitted the petition mentioned application to the respondents seeking permission to hold the petition mentioned event. The learned counsel for the petitioner submits that there is no rival claim as to who should organize the event and the petitioner is ready to abide by any condition that may be stipulated by the respondents.

3. The second respondent is directed to issue proceedings permitting the petitioner to hold the petition mentioned event. It is open to the second respondent to stipulate appropriate conditions and the same shall be adhered to in letter and spirit by the petitioner herein. The learned Government Advocate is directed to inform the second respondent about the passing of this order without waiting for the certified copy.

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4. The writ petition stands allowed. No costs. [G.R.S.,J.] [S.S.Y.,J.] 10.05.2023 Index:Yes/No Internet:Yes/No NCC:Yes/No CM/PS To 1.The Superintendent of Police, Pudukkottai District, Pudukkottai.

2.The Inspector of Police, Aranthangi Police Station, Pudukkottai District.

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G.R.SWAMINATHAN, J.

AND S.SRIMATHY, J.

CM/PS 0RDER MADE IN 10.05.2023 4/4