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G. K. ILANTHIRAIYAN
Murugan – Appellant
Versus
Superintendent of Police, Theni – Respondent
JUDGMENT
(Prayer: Writ Petition filed under Article 226 of the Constitution of India, praying this Court to issue a Writ of Certiorarified Mandamus, calling for the records relating to the impugned order, dated 24.03.2022, passed by the second respondent and quash the same as illegal and consequently direct the second respondent to grant permission to perform cultural programme of Adal Padal in the festival of Sri Arulmigu Sri Ealur Amman temple at Munthal village, Bodi Taluk, Theni District, on 07.04.2022.)
1. This Writ Petition has been filed for issuance of a writ of Certiorarified Mandamus, to quash the impugned order, dated 24.03.2022, passed by the second respondent and consequently direct the second respondent to grant permission for performing cultural programme namely, Adal Padal Programme in the festival of Sri Arulmigu Sri Ealur Amman temple at Munthal village, Bodi Taluk, Theni District, on 07.04.2022.
2. By consent, the writ petition itself is taken up for final disposal.
3. The petitioner averred that they were celebrating the above said festival every year in the Tamil month of Vaikasi with the participation of entire public without discrimination of religion, caste or c
The central legal point established in the judgment is the right to conduct cultural programmes, subject to adherence to legal provisions, court decisions, and specific conditions imposed by the cour....
The court emphasized the importance of adhering to noise pollution rules and ensuring public order and tranquillity when granting permission for cultural events.
The court emphasized the importance of following relevant legal provisions and circulars in considering permissions for cultural programs to ensure law and order.
The court's decision was guided by the principles of mandamus and the imposition of specific conditions for granting permission for the cultural programme.
The court can issue a Writ of Mandamus to direct the consideration of representations for permission based on relevant circulars and guidelines.
The court can issue a Writ of Mandamus to direct authorities to consider representations for permission based on relevant circulars and guidelines.
The court emphasized the importance of considering representations for cultural programs in accordance with the circular and guidelines issued by the Director General of Police.
The court's decision was influenced by the circular and guidelines issued by the Director General of Police for consideration of applications seeking permission for conducting cultural programmes.
The High Court may grant conditional permission for temple cultural programs, balancing the right to hold events with the state's duty to maintain public order, morality, and safety, provided organiz....
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