Authority: High Court of Odisha, Cuttack

Order Date: 15 July 2026

Case Overview

  • Petitioner: Prajapita Brahmakumari Iswaraya Biswavidyalaya Sub Center, Sarankul, Nayagarh, represented by Mr. M.R. Padhi.
  • Opposite Parties: State of Odisha & Anr., represented by Mr. C.K. Pradhan (AGA) and Mr. L.K. Moharana for TPCODL.
  • Nature of Proceeding: Writ Petition (Civil) No.20694 of 2026 filed under hybrid (virtual/physical) mode, seeking relief against a provisional assessment order issued under Annexure‑2‑Series.
  • Key Submissions: TPCODL counsel argued the writ was not maintainable as no objection had been filed against the provisional assessment; petitioner sought liberty to file such objection.

Final Outcome

  • The Court permits the petitioner to file an objection to the provisional assessment order issued under Annexure‑2‑Series, preferably by 31 July 2026.
  • Upon filing, Opposite Party No.2 (TPCODL) must make a lawful decision on the matter, providing the petitioner an opportunity of hearing.
  • Since no service disconnection has been effected, the status quo shall continue until a decision is rendered as directed.
  • The writ petition is hereby disposed of.

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