Authority: High Court of Gujarat at Ahmedabad
Order Date: 14 September 2026
Case Overview
- Parties: Dr Rahul Parmand Khubchandani (Petitioner) vs Ahmedabad Municipal Corporation and others (Respondents).
- Petition: Special Civil Application No. 9399 of 2026 filed under Articles 226 and 227 of the Constitution seeking writs of mandamus to (A) direct the Estate Officer to remove an objectionable hoarding or limit its size, (B) order site inspection and safety measures including fire safety, and (C) similar reliefs during pendency of the case.
- Representation: The petitioner submitted a complaint/representation on 21 April 2026 (Annexure‑C) alleging the hoarding is objectionable and poses safety risks.
- Respondents' Position: Counsel Mr. Anuj Trivedi, on behalf of the respondents, stated that the representation dated 21‑April‑2026 will be considered and decided expeditiously, preferably within three weeks, in accordance with law.
- Court Proceedings: The matter was heard by Hon’ble Mr. Justice Pranav Trivedi on 14 September 2026, with counsel Mr. Tejas Mehta for the petitioner and Mr. Anuj Trivedi for the respondents appearing in hybrid mode.
Final Outcome
- The Court, without delving into the merits, disposed of the petition, observing the respondents' undertaking to decide the application dated 21‑April‑2026 within three weeks.
- The respondents are directed to act on the petitioner's representation and remove or limit the hoarding within the stipulated three‑week period from the date of receipt of this order.
Topics: Legal Proceedings, Municipal Regulation