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2026 Supreme(Online)(Mad) 32954
IN THE HIGH COURT OF JUDICATURE AT MADRAS
KRISHNAN RAMASAMY, J
Synge Thomas – Appellant
Versus
The Branch Manager, M/s.Indian Overseas Bank – Respondent
Writ Petition
Important Points
Writ petition dismissed for non-prosecution due to petitioner's repeated non-appearance.
Subject
Civil - Writ Petition
Act Referred
Constitution of India: S.226
Headnote
The petitioner sought a writ of mandamus under Article 226 of the Constitution directing revalidation of expired demand drafts worth Rs.20 lakhs without charges and compensation for mental anguish due to alleged failure in banking duty. Court noted repeated non-appearance by petitioner on prior and current hearing dates despite directions. Issues framed implicitly as petitioner's diligence in prosecution. Ratio: Absence on multiple occasions indicates lack of interest. Writ Petition dismissed for non-prosecution. No costs.
Advocates:
For the Appellants/Petitioners: No Appearance
For the Respondents: Mr.G.Lokeshwaran
For the Appellants/Petitioners: No Appearance
For the Respondents: Mr.G.Lokeshwaran
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| 1. non-appearance leads to listing for dismissal. (Para 1) |
| 2. dismissal for non-prosecution due to lack of interest. (Para 2) |
ORDER
When this matter was listed for hearing on 07.04.2026, none appeared on behalf of the petitioner therefore, the Registry was directed to list this matter under the caption ‘for dismissal’ today i.e., 09.04.2026.
2. Even today, none appeared on behalf of the petitioner. Therefore, it is clear that the petitioner is not interested in prosecuting this writ petition.
