Authority: High Court of Odisha, Cuttack
Order Date: 31 August 2026
Case Overview
- Petitioner: Natachandi Self Help Group, Biruda, Nayagarh, represented by Advocate S. Jena.
- Opposite Parties: State of Odisha and others; Opposite Party No.2 (advocated by A. Tripathy, AGA) and Opposite Party No.3 (advocated by L. K. Moharana for TPCODL).
- Reliefs Sought: (i) Quash Letter Nos.18 & 19 dated 29‑07‑2026 issued by Opposite Party No.3 concerning Nayagarh Division; (ii) Mandamus directing continuation of petitioner’s activities under the letter dated 02‑06‑2014 without interference; (iii) Additional consequential and financial benefits; (iv) Any other appropriate orders.
- Petitioner’s Representation: Submitted Annexure‑5 to Opposite Party No.2, seeking consideration within a stipulated time.
Final Outcome
- The Court orders Opposite Party No.2 to consider the representation filed by the petitioner (Annexure‑5) within two (2) weeks from the date of production of the certified copy of this order, in accordance with law.
- Interim Direction: No coercive action shall be taken against the petitioner until a decision is rendered; Opposite Party No.2 must provide an opportunity of hearing to the petitioner as well as to the authorities of TPCODL.
- The writ petition is disposed of without the Court expressing any opinion on the merits of the case.
Topics: Legal Dispute, Self Help Group, Administrative Order