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IN THE HIGH COURT OF JUDICATURE AT MADRAS
Mr.Justice N.ANAND VENKATESH, J
N.jayakumar – Appellant
Versus
District Revenue Officer, District Collector Office – Respondent
ORDER :
1. This writ petition has been filed challenging the proceedings of the first respondent dated 13.11.2024 and for a consequential direction to the third respondent to issue patta in the name of the petitioner by considering his application dated 24.7.2024.
2. Heard the learned Senior Counsel appearing on behalf of the petitioner, the learned Additional Government Pleader appearing for respondents 1 to 3 and the respective learned counsel appearing for respondents 4 to 7 and 9 as well as the eighth respondent.
3. The case of the petitioner is as follows :
(i) The property measuring 2.21 acres at S.No.1/2 part, Puthur Village, Vandalur Taluk, Chengalpattu District belonged to one Mr. Vittal Naidu, who settled it in favour of one of his daughters namely Mrs.Mahila vide settlement deed dated 14.12.1959 registered as doc.No.3214 of 1959 on the file of the Sub-Registrar, Pallavaram along with some other properties. The subject property fell under B-schedule in the said settlement deed. The said Mrs.Mahila sold the subject property to the petitioner vide a sale deed dated 08.6.2012 registered as doc.No.3073 of 2012 on the file of the Sub-Registrar, Tambaram for a valid sale considerat
Revenue authorities lack jurisdiction to determine ownership disputes or the validity of registered documents, which must be resolved in civil court.
Revenue authorities lack jurisdiction to resolve title disputes, directing parties to civil court for adjudication.
The court emphasized the importance of establishing ownership and conveyance of property, and the need for mutation in accordance with the decree of the civil court in property disputes.
Revenue authorities cannot adjudicate title disputes; they assess claims based on prima facie evidence. The petitioner failed to substantiate her claim, leading to the dismissal of her petition.
The court emphasized that revenue authorities must respect the principles of natural justice and cannot alter records without notice, especially when a civil suit is pending.
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