S.Shanmugam v. The Tahsildar
Case brief
What is this about?
Madras High Court, WP No. 552 of 2026, decided 19-01-2026 by Abdul Quddhose J. Petitioner S.Shanmugam v. Tahsildar, Andhiyur Taluk, Erode District. Direction to survey and demarcate boundaries of property admeasuring 2.96.0 hectares (7.32 acres) in Survey No.127/4, Mathur village, on petitioner's online application dated 16.12.2025 (petition No.2025/0123/10/007404) left unconsidered; prior notice to neighbouring land owners mandatory; completion within 12 weeks; no costs; writ disposed.
What did the court decide?
Writ petition disposed of with directions to the respondent Tahsildar to (a) issue notice to neighbouring land owners and any other party deemed fit before surveying, and (b) after receiving and considering objections, conduct the survey and demarcate the boundaries of the petitioner's property on merits and in accordance with law within 12 weeks from receipt of a copy of the order. No costs.