Nainar v. The District Revenue Officer

BEFORE THE MADURAI BENCH OF MADRAS HIGH COURT DATED: 30.10.2024

CORAM

THE HONOURABLE Ms.JUSTICE P.T.ASHA Nainar ... Petitioner /vs./ 1.The District Revenue Officer, Tirunelveli District, Tirunelveli.

2.The Tahsildar, Nanguneri Taluk, Tirunelveli District.

... Respondents PRAYER: Writ Petition filed under Article 226 of the Constitution of India for issuance of Writ of Mandamus, directing the 2nd respondent to classify the petitioner's land as patta land and issue separate patta in S.No.486/14, (Natham), situated at Maruthakulam, Thottakudi, Tirunelveli District, by considering the petitioner's representation dated 21.11.2023. For Petitioner : Mr.T.Selvakumaran For Respondents : Mr.D.S.Nedunchezian Government Advocate 1/4

ORDER

The above writ petition has been filed for the issue of a Writ of Mandamus, directing the second respondent to classify the petitioner's land as patta land and issue separate patta in S.No.486/14, (Natham), situated at Maruthakulam, Thottakudi, Tirunelveli District, by considering the petitioner's representation dated 21.11.2023.

2. Though the representation has been made as early as on 21.11.2023, till date there has been no progress on the same.

3. Heard the learned counsel on either side.

4. Taking into account the above facts and considering the pendency of this representation, a Mandamus is issued to the second respondent to consider the petitioner's representation dated 21.11.2023 and dispose of the same on merits and in accordance with law regarding classification and issue of patta within a period of six weeks from the date of receipt of a copy of this order. 2/4

5. With the above directions, the Writ Petition stands disposed of. No costs. Speaking : Yes / No 30.10.2024 NCC : Yes / No Internet : Yes / No Index : Yes / No mm To 1.The District Revenue Officer, Tirunelveli District, Tirunelveli.

2.The Tahsildar, Nanguneri Taluk, Tirunelveli District.

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P.T.ASHA, J.

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