RAVINDRA V. GHUGE, S. G. MEHARE
Balaji Sand Suppliers – Appellant
Versus
State of Maharashtra – Respondent
JUDGMENT :
Ravindra V. Ghuge, J.
Rule. Rule made returnable forthwith and heard finally by the consent of the parties.
2. By this Petition, the petitioner has put-forth prayer clause B, as under :
3. The contention of the petitioner is that he has a sand supplying agency. He transfers and sells sand. The Government Notification inviting the tenders for excavation of sand in Ahmednagr District was published for the financial year 2016-17. The petitioner participated in the auction sale for the sand spot at village Wangi Khurd for excavating 1031 brass of sand, held on 22-2-2017. The petitioner was the highest bidder. He deposited 1/4th of the amount on 27-2-2017. He tried to deposit the remainder (3/4th) amount which was refused by the respondents on 2-3-2017. The petitioner, therefore, filed Writ Petit
Compliance with government regulations and the use of permissible methods for sand excavation are essential, and refusal to do so may result in the dismissal of claims for refunds.
Opposition from villagers can justify a refund for un-excavated sand under the applicable sand excavation policy, despite the allottee's acceptance of contract terms.
The main legal point established is the requirement for administrative actions to adhere to principles of natural justice and fairness, ensuring that decisions are made after considering all relevant....
The main legal point established in the judgment is that the impugned orders granting extension of time for lifting sand were illegal, without authority of law, and without jurisdiction, and thus des....
Login now and unlock free premium legal research
Login to SupremeToday AI and access free legal analysis, AI highlights, and smart tools.
Login
now!
India’s Legal research and Law Firm App, Download now!
Copyright © 2023 Vikas Info Solution Pvt Ltd. All Rights Reserved.