Tamilpandian C v. The Revenue Divisional Officer

BEFORE THE MADURAI BENCH OF MADRAS HIGH COURT DATED: 10.10.2023

CORAM

THE HON'BLE MR.JUSTICE R.VIJAYAKUMAR C.Tamilpandian ... Petitioner Vs.

The Revenue Divisional Officer, Ramanathapuram Division, Ramanathapuram.

... Respondent PRAYER : Writ Petition filed under Article 226 of the Constitution of India, praying this Court to issue a Writ of Mandamus, directing the respondent i.e., the Revenue Divisional Officer, Ramanathapuram to pass appropriate orders on the petitioner's representation, dated 24.07.2023 by reinstating him into service subject to the result of the criminal case, within a specified time frame that may be fixed by this Court. For Petitioner : Mr.S.Visvalingam For Respondent : Mr.S.Shaji Bino Special Government Pleader

ORDER

The present writ petition has been filed challenging the order of suspension, dated 18.11.2022 on the ground that he was arrested in DVAC case.

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2. Though the prayer is for a positive Mandamus, the learned counsel appearing for the writ petitioner, on instructions, submits that it would be suffice to direct the respondent to enhance the subsistence allowance on the ground that he has already completed 6 months period of suspension.

3. Considering the fact that so far no disciplinary proceedings have been initiated as against the writ petitioner, this Court is inclined to direct the respondent herein to consider the case of the petitioner for enhanced subsistence allowance as per the applicable Rules.

4. With the above said observations, this Writ Petition stands disposed of. No costs.

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To The Revenue Divisional Officer, Ramanathapuram Division, Ramanathapuram.

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VIJAYAKUMAR ,J.

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