Heard Mr.A.Sivaji, the learned counsel appearing for the petitioner and Mr.S.C.Herold Singh, the learned Government Advocate, appearing for the respondents.
2. At this stage of the hearing of the writ petition, the learned counsel appearing on behalf of the petitioner had submitted that it would suffice, if the first respondent is directed to dispose of the representation, dated 30.11.2009, on merits and in accordance with law, within a specified period.
3. The learned Government Advocate, 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 30.11.2009, on merits and in accordance with law, after giving an opportunity of hearing to the petitioner, as well as to the other parties concerned, as expeditiously as possible, not later than four months from the date of receipt of a copy of this order. The petitioner is directed to furnish a copy of the representation, dated 30.11.2009, to the first respondent, along with a copy of this order. However, it is made clear that this Court, by this order, has not expressed any opinion on the merits of the matter.
5. Accordingly, the writ petition is disposed of, with the above directions. No costs. Consequently, connected miscellaneous petition is also closed.
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1.The Secretary to Government, Revenue Department, Fort St. George, Chennai - 9.
2.The Commissioner, Land Administration, Chepauk, Chennai - 5.
3.The District Revenue Officer, Virudhunagar,
4.The Revenue Divisional Officer, Sivakasi.
5.The Tahsildar, Rajapalayam Taluk, Rajapalayam.