A Writ of Mandamus can be issued to command a public authority to consider and dispose of a pending service representation within a specified timeframe, ensuring the timely determination of probation and service placement.

ORDER

The present Writ Petition has been filed directing the 1^st respondent to consider and pass orders on the petitioner’s representation dated 29.08.2025.

2. The case of the petitioner is that he submitted a representation dated

29.08.2025 to the first respondent, seeking a declaration of probation upon the completion of two years from his date of joining service as a Junior Assistant, the fixation of his placement in the 2022 Assistant Panel, and the extension of all other consequential service benefits. However, the same has not been considered to date. Challenging this inaction on the part of the first respondent, the present Writ Petition has been filed.

3. Heard the learned counsel appearing for the petitioner and the learned Government Advocate appearing for the respondents.

4. Considering the facts and circumstances of the case and the submissions made by the learned counsel appearing for both sides, this Court directs the 1^st respondent to consider the representation of the petitioner dated 29.08.2025 and pass appropriate orders, on merits and in accordance with law, within a period of six (6) weeks from the date of receipt of a copy of this order.

5. With the above direction, this Writ Petition stands disposed of. There shall be no order as to costs.