Allowed
Sri. M G Vijaya Kumar v. the Deputy Commissioner
Karnataka HCWP/24908/2023
Case brief
AI extract
What is this about?
This writ petition challenged non-consideration of a representation seeking a guardianship letter for a physically and mentally challenged person to claim family pension. The single-judge bench directed the District Disabled Welfare Officer to consider the representation within six weeks while ensuring a hearing if an adverse decision is contemplated.
What did the court decide?
The petition was disposed of; the District Disabled Welfare Officer is directed to consider the representation within six weeks of receipt of the order, ensuring due hearing before an adverse decision