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Masjid E.Mubarak v. the Tamil Nadu Wakf Board

Madras HC17 Jun 2026WP/22888/2026

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What is this about?

Madras High Court; WP No. 22888 of 2026; Krishnan Ramasamy J.; 17-06-2026; writ of mandamus; Article 226 Constitution of India; Tamil Nadu Wakf Act 1995; Masjid E.Mubarak Arakkonam; Mohamed Uniss; Tamil Nadu Wakf Board; secret ballot election; President / Muthuvalli; representation dated 07.04.2026; consider and pass orders within twelve weeks; disposed of; no costs.

What did the court decide?

Writ petition disposed of with directions to the 2nd respondent to consider the petitioner's representation dated 07.04.2026 and pass appropriate orders in accordance with law within twelve weeks from receipt of a copy of the order; no costs. ¶30

Masjid E.Mubarak Vs the Tamil Nadu Wakf Board — Writ and Judicial Review | Madras HC (2026)

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WP No. 22888 of 2026

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IN THE HIGH COURT OF JUDICATURE AT MADRAS

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DATED: 17-06-2026

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CORAM

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THE HON'BLE MR JUSTICE KRISHNAN RAMASAMY WP No. 22888 of 2026

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Masjid E.Mubarak, Registered Wakf, Registered Under the Tamil Nadu Wakf Act, 1995 Represented by its President, Mr.Mohamed Uniss, 2^nd Street, Krishnampet, Arakkonam - 631002.

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..Petitioner(s)

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The Tamil Nadu Wakf Board, Represented by its Chairman, No.1 Jaffer Syrang Street, Chennai – 600001.

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The Tamil Nadu Wakf Board, Represented by its Chairman, No.1 Jaffer Syrang Street, Chennai - 600001.

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The Superintendent of Tamil Nadu Waqf Board No.8, Bhagadoorsha Mosque, Arani Road, Vellore Ranipet District.

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..Respondent(s)

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Prayer: Writ Petition filed under Article 226 of the Constitution of India seeking issuance of writ of mandamus, directing the respondents to consider the petitioner’s representation dated 07.04.2026 for conducting an election through secret ballot and so as to continue as a President / Muthuvalli of Masjid E- Mubarak till the secret ballot election is conducted.

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https://www.mhc.tn.gov.in/judis

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WP No. 22888 of 2026

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For Petitioner(s): Mr.V.Nithyanandam For Respondent(s): Mr.R.Abdul Mubeen for R1 to R3

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ORDER

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This Writ Petition has been filed to direct the respondents to consider the petitioner’s representation dated 07.04.2026.

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The learned counsel for the petitioner would submit that in this case,

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the petitioners has given a representation dated 07.04.2026 for conducting an election through secret ballot and so as to continue as a President / Muthuvalli of Masjid E- Mubarak till the secret ballot election is conducted. Since the same was not considered, the present writ petition is filed.

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In reply, the learned counsel appearing for the official respondents would submit that the petitioner’s representation dated 07.04.2026 will be disposed of by the 2^nd respondent within a period of twelve weeks.

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Heard the learned counsel for the petitioner and the learned

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Government Counsel appearing for the respondents and also perused the materials available on record.

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https://www.mhc.tn.gov.in/judis

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WP No. 22888 of 2026

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In view of the above, this Court directs the 2^nd respondent to consider

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the petitioner’s representation dated 07.04.2026 and pass appropriate orders on the same, in accordance with law, within a period of twelve weeks from the date of receipt of copy of this order.

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6. With the above directions, this writ petition is disposed of. No costs.

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17-06-2026

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Index: Yes/No Speaking/Non-speaking order Neutral Citation: Yes/No

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KKN

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