Joseph Benin. T v. The District Collector
Case brief
What is this about?
This is a writ petition seeking removal of unauthorized constructions on a public pathway by private respondents. The High Court dispensed with notice, directed the Executive Officer to investigate the representation and remove encroachment within twelve weeks, without adjudicating the merits of the private respondents' defenses.
What did the court decide?
Directed the Executive Officer to investigate and remove unauthorized encroachment on a public pathway within twelve weeks, dispensing with notice to private respondents.