(Order of the Court was made by The Hon'ble Chief Justice) The removal notice which has been assailed by the petitioner dated 15.11.2011 was actually responded to by the petitioner vide the reply placed on record. Thereafter, no final decision has been taken.
2.No counter-affidavit has been filed despite lapse of five years and thus, last opportunity was granted on 05.12.2016 to file the same within four (4) weeks. Still, no counter-affidavit has been filed. The first respondent has been, thus, grossly negligent in defending the case.
3.Be that as it may, we are of the view that it would be appropriate if the orders are passed by the first respondent after considering the representation of the petitioner calling for any further material from the petitioner as it may desire. The decision be taken within the maximum period of two (2) months from the date of receipt of the order.
Writ petition, accordingly, stands disposed of. No costs.
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1.Karaikkal Municipality, rep. by its Commissioner, Karaikkal, Puducherry State.
2.District Collector, Karaikkal.
The Hon'ble Chief Justice and M.Sundar, J.
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