A.Vedanayagam Martin v. The Managing Director

BEFORE THE MADURAI BENCH OF MADRAS HIGH COURT Dated : 30.10.2025

CORAM

THE HONOURABLE MR. JUSTICE K.KUMARESH BABU A.Vedanayagam Martin ... Petitioner Vs.

1. The Managing Director, State Express Transport Corporation, Pallavan Salai, Chennai 2.

2. The General Manager, State Express Transport Corporation, Pallavan Salai, Chennai 2.

... Respondents PRAYER :- Writ Petition filed under Article 226 of the Constitution of India, to issue a Writ of Mandamus, directing the respondents to disburse interest at the rate of 6% for the belated payment of retirement benefits Gratuity, Provident Fund, Leave Salary and Commutation. For Petitioner : Mr.K.Gokul, For Respondents : Mr.S.C.Herold Singh Standing Counsel 1/4

ORDER

This writ petition has been filed for a writ of Mandamus, to direct the respondents to disburse interest at the rate of 6% for the belated payment of retirement benefits Gratuity, Provident Fund, Leave Salary and Commutation.

2. Considering the admitted fact that there has been a delay in payment, the petitioner is entitled to statutory interest as provided under law.

3. In view of the same, the writ petition stands disposed of. The respondents are directed to pay interest at the rate of 6% per annum on the belated terminal benefits payable to the petitioner from the date of his entitlement till the date of his payment within a period of 12 weeks from the date of receipt of a copy of this order. No costs. 30.10.2025 NCC:yes/no Index:yes/no Internet:yes/no LS 2/4

TO

1. The Managing Director, State Express Transport Corporation, Pallavan Salai, Chennai 2.

2. The General Manager, State Express Transport Corporation, Pallavan Salai, Chennai 2.

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