The court found that the regulatory obligations regarding the removal of a vessel were duly complied with, resolving the petitioner’s grievances.

Heard Mr. Saiby Jose Kidangoor, learned counsel for the petitioner and Mr. K.P. Sudheer, learned Standing Counsel for respondent Nos. 3 and 4.

2. Pursuant to the order dated 07.01.2026, an affidavit has been filed by the 3^rd respondent stating that the vessel has been safely shifted from the lake to the nearest shipyard for carrying out the demolition of its underwater portion in accordance with the applicable safety and regulatory requirements. Paragraph No.3 of the affidavit reads as follows:

“It is submitted that the vessel has been safely shifted from the lake to the nearest shipyard, namely M/s Master Shipyard, Edakochi, for carrying out the demolition of its underwater portion in accordance with applicable safety and regulatory requirements. The removal and shifting operations have been completed in full, and necessary follow-up action for dismantling is being undertaken at the shipyard. In view of the above, it is submitted that the commitment made by Kerala Maritime Board before this Honourable Court regarding the removal of the vessel has been fully honored and complied with. So, the writ petition may be disposed of without prejudice to the right of the 3^rd respondent to deduct the amount received through the auction of the wreck namely Rs.24,19,000/- from the total liability of the Additional 6^th respondent.”

In view of the said affidavit that has been filed, we note that the grievance as put forth by the petitioner in this W.P.(PIL) stands resolved and the W.P.(PIL) is closed.

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