Sarojini (Died) 1. K.Sridhar v. Sellapillai
Case brief
What is this about?
Non-speaking single-page order of the High Court of Judicature at Madras, dated 05-11-2025, by Dr. Justice R.N. Manjula, allowing CMP Nos. 20062 & 20065 of 2023 arising in Second Appeal S.A.No.1045 of 2010: 329 days' delay condoned and abatement set aside following the death of respondent Abdul Wahab (printed 'Abdul Wakab (Died)' at sl. no. 7 in the cause title but called the 8th respondent in the prayer). Court relied solely on satisfaction with the affidavit-stated reasons; no statute, section or precedent referenced anywhere in the judgment. Counsel: M/s. Babu Rangasamy Associates for the petitioner/appellant Dr.K.Sridhar; Mr. P. Mani for respondents 9 to 13.
What did the court decide?
Delay of 329 days in filing the petition to set aside the abatement caused by the death of the 8th respondent Abdul Wahab condoned, and the abatement set aside; both CMPs allowed.