R.Paramasivam v. The District Collector
Writ of Mandamus – Representation seeking compensation for death by electrocution
Case brief
What is this about?
W.P.(MD) No.1826 of 2026, Madurai Bench of Madras High Court, decided 27.01.2026 by Krishnan Ramasamy, J. Petitioner R.Paramasivam sought a direction to consider his representation dated 17.09.2022 for compensation for his son's death due to electrocution (TANGEDCO/TNEB, Theni District). Court directed the second respondent to pass appropriate orders on the representation on merits and in accordance with law within six weeks, without expressing any opinion on merits; writ petition disposed of, no costs. No compensation amount adjudicated; no precedents cited.
What did the court decide?
Direction to the second respondent to pass appropriate orders on the petitioner's representation dated 17.09.2022, on merits and in accordance with law, within six weeks from the date of receipt of a copy of the order; writ petition disposed of with no costs.