IN THE HIGH COURT OF ORISSA AT CUTTACK W.P.(C) No.374 of 2026 In the matter of an application under Article 226 & 227 of the Constitution of India, 1950.

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Mukteswar Kathar …. Petitioner -versus-

State of Odisha & Others …. Opp. Parties For Petitioner : Ms. S. Dash, Advocate For Opp. Parties : Mr. S.P. Das, ASC PRESENT:

THE HONBLE JUSTICE BIRAJA PRASANNA SATAPATHY Date of Hearing: 09.04.2026 and Date of Judgment: 09.04.2026 Biraja Prasanna Satapathy, J

1. This matter is taken up through Hybrid Arrangement (Virtual/Physical) Mode.

2. Heard learned counsel appearing for the Parties.

3. Pursuant to the order dtd.07.03.2026, learned Addl. Standing Counsel basing on the instruction contended that the proceeding has not yet been disposed and only enquiry report has been submitted and three months’ time be allowed to dispose of the proceeding in accordance with law.

4. The present Writ Petition has been filed inter alia with the following prayer:-

“ In view of the facts and circumstances stated above, the Petitioner respectfully prays that this Hon’ble Court may be pleased to: i. Admit the writ petition;

ii. Issue Rule Nisi calling upon the Respondents to show cause as to why the writ petition