Authority: High Court of Meghalaya at Shillong

Order Date: 29 June 2026

Case Overview

  • Petitioner: Shri Arun Ch. Deka, son of Late Lolit Deka.
  • Respondents: State of Meghalaya represented by Meghalaya Energy Corporation Ltd, Shillong, and its Chief Engineer and Additional Chief Engineer.
  • Writ Petition: WP(C) No. 409 of 2025 filed by the petitioner challenging matters pertaining to the respondents (specific grounds not detailed in the order).
  • Counsel for Petitioner: Mr. S. Jindal, appearing on instructions of the petitioner.
  • Counsel for Respondents: Ms. Z.E. Nongkynrih (Government Advocate) and Mr. A.S. Pandey.
  • Proceedings: The petitioner sought liberty to withdraw the writ petition and, if desired, to file a fresh petition.

Final Outcome

  • The Hon'ble Mr. Justice H. S. Thangkhiew permitted the petitioner to withdraw the writ petition with liberty to re‑file a fresh petition, if so advised.
  • The matter is hereby closed on withdrawal, subject to the liberty granted.

Topics: Legal Withdrawal, Energy Corporation