G.sumathi, v. The District Revenue Officer
Writ of Mandamus – Limited relief – Patta cancellation
Case brief
What is this about?
Madras High Court, W.P.No.16040 of 2026, decided 24.04.2026 by Abdul Quddhose J. Petitioner G.Sumathi sought a mandamus directing the Revenue Divisional Officer/Sub Collector, Hosur (2nd respondent) to consider her representation dated 14.03.2026 for cancellation of patta Nos.1872 and 2904 issued in favour of Gokul Hills, Partnership Firm (represented by S.Vijayakumar and M.Kannan, respondents 4 to 6) in respect of property at Rangopanditha Agraharam village, Hosur Taluk, Krishangiri/Kishangiri District. Petition disposed of with a twelve-week timeline for final orders on the representation; no opinion expressed on merits; notice to respondents 4 to 6 dispensed with; no costs.
What did the court decide?
Limited mandamus: 2nd respondent directed to pass final orders on merits and in accordance with law on the petitioner's representation dated 14.03.2026 seeking cancellation of pattas standing in the names of respondents 4 to 6, after hearing objections, within twelve weeks; no costs.