The Court emphasized the importance of timely consideration of prisoner leave requests in compliance with statutory guidelines.

IN THE HIGH COURT OF JUDICATURE AT MADRAS DATED 12.11.2025 CORAM THE HONOURABLE MR. JUSTICE N.SATHISH KUMAR AND THE HONOURABLE MR. JUSTICE M.JOTHIRAMAN W.P.Crl.No.1314 of 2025 Ramathal ... Petitioner Versus

1. The State Rep by its The Deputy Inspector General of Prison Coimbatore Range, Coimbatore – 641 018

2. The Superintendent Coimbatore Central Prison Coimbatore – 641 018 .. Respondents Prayer:- Writ Petition filed under Article 226 of the Constitution of India praying for a Writ of Mandamus, directing the respondents to grant ordinary leave for 40 days without escort to the detenue, Sentilkumar, S/o.Palanisamy aged about 40 years, convict prisoner bearing Convict No.14662 and PID.No.24657 at Central Prison, Coimbatore.

For Petitioner : Mr.S.Pandiyan For Respondents : Mr.A.Gokulakrishnan Additional Public Prosecutor O R D E R (Order of the Court was made by N.SATHISH KUMAR, J.)

This writ petition has been filed directing the respondents to grant ordinary leave for 40 days without escort to the detenue, Sentilkumar, S/o.Palanisamy aged about 40 years, convict prisoner bearing Convict No.14662 and PID.No.24657 at Central Prison, Coimbatore.

2. Heard the learned counsel for the petitioner and the learned Additional Public Prosecutor and perused the materials placed on record.

3. Considering the facts and circumstances of the case, this Court, without expressing any view or opinion with regard to the merits of the case, directs the respondents to consider the representation of the petitioner dated 07.10.2025 and pass appropriate orders on merits and in accordance with law within a period of three months from the date of receipt of a copy of this Order.

4. With the above direction, this writ petition stands disposed of. No costs.