Authority: High Court of Judicature at Madras
Order Date: 24-06-2026
Case Overview
- Petitioner: S. Madasamy filed WP No. 23392 of 2026 seeking a writ of mandamus against seven respondents: (1) Director General of Police, Greater Chennai Police; (2) District Collector, Chennai District; (3) Commissioner, Greater Chennai Corporation; (4) Tahsildar, Perambur Taluk; (5) District Environmental Engineer, Tamil Nadu Pollution Control Board; (6) Zonal Officer, Zone IV, Greater Chennai Corporation; and (7) M/s. Mutharamman Agencies (represented by proprietor V. Muthu) located at No. 25, Seetharam Nagar, Manali Main Road, Chinna Kodungaiyur, Chennai‑600118.
- The petition alleged unauthorized materials, loading/unloading operations, nuisance and pollution caused by the 7th respondent and requested the authorities to consider the petitioner’s representations dated 07‑04‑2025, 23‑04‑2025, 29‑04‑2025, 30‑04‑2025 and reminder representations dated 20‑02‑2026 and 11‑03‑2026, to inspect the premises and take appropriate remedial action within a time frame fixed by the Court.
- Counsel for the petitioner (Mr. V. A. Pratheep Kumar) sought permission to withdraw the writ petition, stating liberty to approach the concerned authorities if advised.
Final Outcome
- The Court, by order of the Chief Justice, dismissed the writ petition as withdrawn, granting the petitioner liberty to approach the respective authorities again. No costs were imposed on any party.
Topics: Environmental Law, Administrative Procedure