Heard the learned counsel appearing for the petitioner and the learned Government Advocate (Forest) appearing for the respondents.
2. At this stage of the hearing of the writ petition, the learned counsel appearing on behalf of the petitioner has submitted that it would suffice, if the first respondent is directed to dispose of the representation, dated 07.09.1999, on merits, within a specified period.
3. The learned Government Advocate (Forest), appearing on behalf of the respondents, has no objection for such an order being passed by this Court.
4. In view of the submissions made by the learned counsels appearing on either side, the first respondent is directed to dispose of the representation, dated 07.09.1999, on merits and in accordance with law, within a period of 12 weeks from the date of receipt of a copy of this order. The petitioner is directed to furnish a copy of the representation, dated 07.09.1999, to the first respondent along with a copy of this order.
5. The writ petition is disposed of accordingly. No costs.
ars To
1.The Principal Chief Conservator of Forests, Panagal Building, Saidapet, Chennai 15.
2.The District Forest Officer, Coimbatore Division, Coimbatore