Authority: High Court of Odisha at Cuttack
Order Date: 30 July 2026
Case Overview
- Writ Petition No. 24010 of 2026 filed by Rashmi Mohapatra (Petitioner) against the State of Odisha & others (Opposite Party).
- The petition sought quashing of an order dated 21 July 2026 issued by the learned DC‑cum‑A.O. (ODA Court), Bhubaneswar Municipal Corporation, in UAP Case No. 46/2026(SW).
- The petitioner owns three shop rooms that are let out; she relies on rental income.
- On 27 July 2026 she was served an order dated 01 July 2026 directing her to vacate the alleged unauthorized construction, without being afforded a hearing.
- Counsel argued denial of hearing and sought relief.
Court Directions
- The Court directed the petitioner to approach the Appellate Authority under Section 91(2) of the Odisha Development Authorities Act, filing an application for condonation of any delay, within 30 days from the date of the order.
- The Appellate Authority is instructed to condone any delay liberally and to pass a reasoned order within one month thereafter.
- Until such appeal is filed, no coercive action shall be taken against the petitioner.
Final Outcome
- The writ petition is disposed of.
- The order of the Bhubaneswar Municipal Corporation remains stayed pending the appeal, and the petitioner is protected from any coercive measures.
- The web copy of this order is to be treated as an authenticated copy.
Topics: Legal Proceedings, Real Estate Enforcement