2026 Supreme(Online)(Mad) 23553

IN THE HIGH COURT OF JUDICATURE AT MADRAS
MR KRISHNAN RAMASAMY, J
Thiyagarajan – Appellant
Versus
The Regional Director, Reserve Bank of India – Respondent
Writ Petition | Article 226

A writ petition may be dismissed for non-prosecution if the petitioner fails to appear in court after multiple listings.

Headnote:This judgment considers a writ petition filed under Article 226 of the Constitution of India seeking a direction for the return of original documents held by the 3rd respondent. The court noted that there was no representation on behalf of the petitioner on multiple occasions, indicating a lack of intent to prosecute the case. The court determined the petition should be dismissed for non-prosecution. The final order reflects a dismissal without costs.