2026 Supreme(Online)(Mad) 31788
BEFORE THE MADURAI BENCH OF MADRAS HIGH COURT
DATED : 16.03.2026
CORAM: THE HONOURABLE MR JUSTICE D.BHARATHA CHAKRAVARTHY
Shenbagavalli ... Petitioner
Vs
1. The Regional Transport Authority Cum District Collector, O/o Collectorate, Virudhunagar.
2. The Regional Transport Officer, Srivilliputhur. ... 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 herein to consider the petitioner’s representation dated 06.01.2026 and grant the new permit for the Mini Bus bearing registration No. TN-46-D-0673 under the New Comprehensive Scheme.
For Petitioner : Mr. T. Padmanabhan
For Respondents : Mr.N.Ramesh Arumugam Government Advocate
D.BHARATHA CHAKRAVARTHY .,J .
apd
ORDER MADE IN 16.03.2026 (1/2)
O R D E R
The writ petition is filed for a Mandamus directing the respondents to consider the petitioner's representation dated 06.01.2026.
2. Upon hearing the learned Counsel for the petitioner and perusing the material records of the case, it can be seen that the representation is made by the petitioner to grant a new permit for the mini-bus, bearing Reg.No.TN-46- D-0673.
3. When the matter came up for hearing, by placing on record the written instructions received, the learned Government Advocate would argue by submitting that earlier, with reference to the very same vehicle and the very same route, an application and a revised application were made by the petitioner’s husband. When those were under consideration and survey, etc., now a revised application is received in the name of the petitioner. The same is also under consideration and orders will be passed in accordance with law.
4. Recording the said submissions made, the first respondent is directed to pass orders in the manner known to law within a period of twelve (12) weeks from the date of receipt of the web copy of the order, without waiting for the certified copy of the order.
5. With the above directions, this Writ Petition is disposed of. No costs.
NCC : Yes/No 16.03.2026 apd (1/2)
To
1. The Regional Transport Authority Cum District Collector, O/o Collectorate, Virudhunagar.
2. The Regional Transport Officer, Srivilliputhur.