Authority: High Court of Odisha, Cuttack
Order Date: 31 August 2026
Case Overview
- Petitioner: Maa Narayani Self Help Group, Itamati, Nayagarh, represented by Advocate S. Jena.
- Opposite Parties: State of Odisha and others, represented by Advocate A. Tripathy and Advocate L. K. Moharana for TPCODL.
- Writ Petition: W.P.(C) No.27625 of 2026 seeks (i) quash of Letter Nos.18 & 19 dated 29‑07‑2026 issued by Opposite Party No.3 concerning Nayagarh Division, and (ii) mandamus directing continuation of SHG activities as per letter dated 02‑06‑2014, along with consideration of a representation filed by the petitioner (Annexure‑5) and extension of consequential financial benefits.
- The petitioner highlighted grievance and submitted representation (Annexure‑5) for consideration.
Final Outcome
- The Court, without expressing any opinion on the merits, orders Opposite Party No.2 to consider the representation (Annexure‑5) within two (2) weeks from the date of production of the certified copy of this order.
- The Court directs that no coercive action shall be taken against the petitioner until a decision is taken, consistent with the interim order in W.P.(C) No.25229 of 2026.
- Accordingly, the writ petition stands disposed of.
Topics: Legal Proceedings, Self Help Groups