Nabani Bewa and Ors. v. Bijoy Ku.Rout and Ors.
Case brief
What is this about?
In this writ petition challenging an order staying a civil suit, the High Court of Orissa dismissed the petition as no useful purpose would be served. All parties were absent, and 15 years had elapsed since the impugned order, suggesting the underlying proceedings had been disposed of.
What did the court decide?
The writ petition is dismissed on the presumption that the underlying civil suit or appeal has been disposed of due to 15 years of inactivity and absence of counsel.