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IN THE HIGH COURT OF JHARKHAND AT RANCHI
M.S.SONAK, CJ., RAJESH SHANKAR
Mangalu Oraon, son of Late Bauna Oraon – Appellant
Versus
State of Jharkhand – Respondent
| Table of Content |
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| 1. grounds for petition against mining lease suspension. (Para 4 , 10 , 12) |
| 2. court's observations on fairness and arbitrariness. (Para 5 , 20) |
| 3. factual background of the mining lease case. (Para 7 , 8 , 16) |
| 4. principle of restitution regarding mining lease extension. (Para 17 , 21) |
| 5. court's order on costs and compliance consequences. (Para 24 , 25 , 27) |
JUDGMENT :
RAJESH SHANKAR, J.
1. Heard the learned counsel for the parties.
2. By our order dated 18-02-2026, we had granted the respondents opportunity to file counter affidavit and listed this matter on 11.03.2026, High on Board, for final disposal.
3. Our order dated 18.02.2026, reads is as follows: -
1. Heard learned counsel for the parties.
2. Mr. Piyush Chitresh, learned A.C. to A.G. appearing on behalf of the respondents, submits that the respondents shall file counter affidavit in this matter.
3. List this matter on 11.03.2026 high on board under the heading “Final Disposal”.
4. Counter affidavit must be filed by 09.03.2026 after serving an advance copy of the same to learned counsel for the petitioner latest by 05.03.2026, if necessary, through e-mail.”
4. Today, Mr Piyush Chitresh, AC to AG, seeks extension of tim
The court ruled that any arbitrary State action that suspends a lease without due process necessitates consideration for relief to ensure compliance with the principles of natural justice.
The State must timely address mining lease renewals; otherwise, it risks allowing continued operations based on statutory provisions.
The court emphasized the importance of considering extenuating circumstances, such as the petitioner's medical condition, and held that arbitrary decisions without due consideration are not permissib....
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