Tellam Durgarao v. The State of Andhra Pradesh
Case brief
What is this about?
A writ petition filed in the High Court of Andhra Pradesh alleging illegal dispossession of agricultural land by respondent authorities without following legal procedure. The petitioners claimed continuous possession for decades and sought a mandatory writ directing the authorities to conduct a proper inquiry into their regularization claim. The petitioners argued the action was arbitrary and violated natural justice principles.
What did the court decide?
The Writ Petition disposed of directing the 7th respondent to consider the representation submitted by the petitioners, conduct a proper enquiry, and pass necessary orders in accordance with law.