A. Radhakrishnan v. The Secretary to Government
Case brief
What is this about?
Writ petition (mandamus, Article 226) for consideration of representations and protection of temple properties dedicated to kattalais at Arulmigu Sugawaneshwarar Swamy Temple (Salem) and Arulmigu Arthanareeswarar Temple (Thiruchengodu); HR & CE Department; Joint Commissioner enquiry with notice to Trustees/Fit Person/Executive Officer; possession and enjoyment by temple or authorised person; encroachment action in accordance with law; tenant rent arrears recovery; representation dated 12.12.2025; disposed 19-12-2025; no costs.
What did the court decide?
Writ petition disposed of with directions: (i) respondents to consider the petitioner's latest representation dated 12.12.2025 (referring to earlier representations); (ii) enquiry by the 10th and 11th respondents with notice to the Trustees/Fit Person/Executive Officer, ensuring temple properties are in the possession and enjoyment of the temple or a duly authorised person; (iii) lawful action against encroachers and recovery of rent arrears or notice to defaulting tenants; petitioner to be heard and representations duly disposed of. No costs.