J.P.Arjun v. the Commissioner of Land Administration
Mandamus – Delay in disposal of statutory appeal
Case brief
What is this about?
Madras High Court, WP No. 6281 of 2026 (Abdul Quddhose, J., 25-02-2026): writ of mandamus under Article 226 for time-bound disposal of the petitioners' appeal / CMA petition dated 06.02.2024 (Letter No.F1/6691845/2024) pending before the Commissioner of Land Administration; respondent directed to decide the appeal within four months on merits, in accordance with law and per natural justice; no opinion on merits; no costs; W.M.P.No.6745 of 2026 ordered subject to separate court fee.
What did the court decide?
Writ petition disposed of by directing the respondent to dispose of the petitioners' appeal dated 06.02.2024 on merits, in accordance with law and adhering to the principles of natural justice, within four months from receipt of a copy of the order; no opinion expressed on the merits of the appeal; No Costs; W.M.P.No.6745 of 2026 ordered subject to payment of separate court fee.