BEFORE THE MADURAI BENCH OF MADRAS HIGH COURT DATED :12.02.2026 CORAM THE HONOURABLE MR.JUSTICE KRISHNAN RAMASAMY

1. S.Thangavel

2. S.Rani

3. Gomathi ... Petitioners Vs

1. The Joint Commissioner, Hindu Religious and Charitable Endowments Department, Dindigul District.

2. The Assistant Commissioner,, Hindu Religious and Charitable Endowments Department, Dindigul District. ... Respondents PRAYER :- Writ Petition, filed under Article 226 of the Constitution of India, praying this court to issue a Writ of Mandamus directing the respondents to consider petitioners' representation dated 17.01.2026 and subsequently direct the respondents to grant permission to conduct public auction concerning the Potli Poduthal and the ritual goat sacrifices offered by the devotees.

For Petitioners :Mr.S.Baskar Mathuram For Respondent :Mr.J.K.Jayaselan Government Advocate

O R D E R

This writ petition has been filed seeking a direction to the respondents to consider petitioners' representation dated 17.01.2026 for granting permission to conduct public auction concerning the Potli Poduthal and the ritual goat sacrifices offered by the devotees.

2. Heard the learned counsel for the petitioner, the learned Governmen