Manikandan .K v. The District Collector

1 W.P.(MD)NO.15311 OF 2023 BEFORE THE MADURAI BENCH OF MADRAS HIGH COURT DATED : 28.06.2024

CORAM

THE HONOURABLE MR.JUSTICE G.R.SWAMINATHAN W.P.(MD)No.15311 of 2023 AND W.M.P.(MD)Nos.12909 & 17622 of 2023 K.Manikandan ... Petitioner Vs.

1. The District Collector / Inspector of Panchayat, Karur, Karur District.

2. The Block Development Officer, Karur Panchayat Union, Karur District.

... Respondents Prayer: Writ petition filed under Article 226 of the Constitution of India, to issue a Writ of Mandamus, to call for the records relating to the impugned order passed by the first respondent in Na.Ka.No.A2/0100/2022 dated 28.04.2023 as illegal and quash the same. For Petitioner : Mr.J.Senthil Kumariah For R-1 & R-2 : Mr.D.Sasikumar, Additional Government Pleader.

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Heard both sides.

2. The impugned order takes away the cheque signing power of the writ petitioner. It is seen that it was not preceded by any notice. On the ground of violation of principles of natural justice, the impugned order is set aside. It is open to the Inspector of Panchayat to take action as per law. This writ petition stands disposed of. No costs. Consequently, connected miscellaneous petitions are closed. 28.06.2024 NCC : Yes / No Index : Yes / No Internet : Yes/ No PMU To:

1. The District Collector / Inspector of Panchayat, Karur, Karur District.

2. The Block Development Officer, Karur Panchayat Union, Karur District.

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