K.Kanagaraj v. the Collector
Where the relief sought in a writ petition against an auction notice – confirmation of the tender in the petitioner's favour
Case brief
What is this about?
Petitioner challenged a town panchayat auction notice seeking confirmation of his tender. During the proceedings, the panchayat's Executive Officer passed an order awarding the tender in the petitioner's favour, leaving nothing for adjudication; the writ petition was disposed and connected miscellaneous petitions closed.
What did the court decide?
Writ petition disposed as infructuous; connected miscellaneous petitions closed; no costs.