Authority: High Court of Judicature at Madras
Order Date: 07 July 2026
Case Overview
- Petitioner: R. Nageswaran, son of K.P. Rajendran, filed W.P. No.25537 of 2026 under Article 226 seeking a writ of mandamus for refund of Rs.300,000 security deposit.
- Respondents: 1) Managing Director, Tamil Nadu State Marketing Corporation (TASMAC) Ltd.; 2) Senior Regional Manager, TASMAC Ltd.; 3) District Manager, TASMAC Ltd.
- The deposit was made as security for an auction of a TASMAC building (Survey Nos.93/3, 93/4, 93/5, 97 and 100/1, Amaravathipudur Village, Karaikudi). Petitioner was declared successful bidder, vacated premises in 2018 and handed over vacant possession, but the deposit has not been returned.
- Respondents, through standing counsel, indicated the claim would be considered in accordance with law within a time fixed by the Court.
Final Outcome
- The Court disposes of the writ petition, directing the respondents to consider the petitioner’s representation dated 12‑03‑2026 on its merits and to pass appropriate orders within six weeks of receipt of a copy of this order.
- No costs awarded.
Topics: Legal Procedure, Security Deposit Refund, State Corporation