P. Rajendran v. The Tahsildar
Case brief
What is this about?
Single-judge disposed writ petition (mandamus under Article 226) directing Tahsildar and Head Surveyor, Lalgudi Taluk, Trichy, to verify rival claimants, give notice to petitioner and rival claimant if any, and survey/fix boundaries of New Survey No. 453/74 (Old Survey No. 130/8), 0-0.80 Sq.mt. (398 1/4 Sq.ft.), Keelaraja Veethi, Oothathur Post; police protection by Inspector of Police, Kanakiliyanallur Police Station, only if claimed by the Tahsildar; follows petitioner's representation dated 05.02.2026; disposed without costs.
What did the court decide?
Writ petition disposed of with directions: Respondents 1 and 2 to ascertain whether any rival claimant exists; if so, Respondent 1 to issue notice to the petitioner and the rival claimant and thereafter survey the property as per law; Respondent 3 to consider police protection if claimed by the Tahsildar. No costs.