By this petition styled as a ‘public interest litigation’, the petitioner seeks a direction upon the respondents to take appropriate action on the petitioner’s representations dated 24.02.2026 and 18.03.2026, regarding transfer of Government officials within the State of Tamil Nadu.

2. It is well settled that no public interest litigation is maintainable in service matters. This issue is covered by the judgment of the Hon’ble Supreme Court in Ayaaubkhan Noorkhan Pathan vs. State of Maharashtra , 1(2013) 4 SCC 465, wherein the Apex Court has held that such a course of action is not permissible so far as service matters are concerned.

3. The petitioner’s attempt seeking transfer of officials through a public interest litigation is nothing but perverse and misconceived. Accordingly, we refrain from entertaining this petition. However, the Election Commission of India would be free to deal with the representation if any submitted by the petitioner, in accordance with law.