S.Ramakrishnan v. The Revenue Divisional Officer

BEFORE THE MADURAI BENCH OF MADRAS HIGH COURT DATED: 31.07.2024

CORAM

THE HONOURABLE MR.JUSTICE G.R.SWAMINATHAN S.Ramakrishnan ... Petitioner Vs.

1.The Revenue Divisional Officer, Sub Collector Office, Sivakasi, Virudhunagar District.

2.S.M.T.Rajagobal ... Respondents Prayer: Writ petition is filed under Article 226 of the Constitution of India, to issue a Writ of Mandamus, directing the first respondent to cancel the illegal patta issued in the name of second respondent in the light of the petitioner's representation dated 14.05.2024. For Petitioner : Mr.S.Lingarasu For Respondents : Mr.K.Balasubramani Special Government Pleader for R.1 1/4

ORDER

Heard the learned counsel appearing for the writ petitioner and the learned Special Government Pleader appearing for the first respondent. Considering the nature of relief to be granted, issuance of notice to the private respondent is dispensed with.

2.The petitioner seeks cancellation of patta issued in the name of the second respondent. Representation has also been given in this regard.

3.The first respondent is directed to conduct enquiry, issue notice to all the interested persons including the private respondent herein 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.

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

31.07.2024 NCC : Yes / No Index : Yes / No Internet : Yes / No MGA To The Revenue Divisional Officer, Sub Collector Office, Sivakasi, Virudhunagar District.

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G.R.SWAMINATHAN,J.

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