A.Arun (Under Suspension) v. The Commissioner
Writ of Mandamus (Article 226) – Employee under suspension
Case brief
What is this about?
Mandamus writ under Article 226 by A.Arun, a Driver under suspension in the Backward Classes and Minorities Welfare Department (Thoothukudi), seeking a posting order after revocation of his suspension dated 14.03.2026 (Pro No.BC1/1036135/2023). Madras High Court, Madurai Bench (S. Srimathy, J.) directed the first respondent, the Commissioner, Directorate of Backward Classes and Welfare Department, to issue the posting order within two weeks. Petition disposed of without costs; connected W.M.P.(MD)No.7331 of 2026 closed. Keywords: posting order, revocation of suspension, writ of mandamus, service law, Tamil Nadu.
What did the court decide?
First respondent directed to issue posting order to the petitioner (as Driver) within two weeks from receipt of a copy of the order; no costs; connected miscellaneous petition closed. ¶24