Case Note & Summary
The petitioner, Ayya Nadar Janaki Ammal College (Autonomous), represented by its Secretary Mr. G. Abiruben, filed a contempt petition under Section 11 of the Contempt of Courts Act, 1971, against the respondents, E. Sundaravalli, I.A.S., Director of Collegiate Education, and Dr. P. Ponmuthuramalingam, Regional Joint Director of Collegiate Education, Madurai Region. The petition alleged willful disobedience and violation of the order dated 12.06.2025 passed by the Madras High Court in W.P.No.11857 of 2025. When the contempt petition was taken up for hearing on 22.01.2026, the learned counsel for the petitioner submitted that the petitioner's representation had been favourably considered by the respondents vide order dated 31.10.2025. Recording this submission, the court closed the contempt petition, noting that no further action was required as the grievance had been addressed. No costs were awarded.
Headnote
A) Contempt of Courts - Willful Disobedience - Section 11, Contempt of Courts Act, 1971 - Compliance with Court Order - The contempt petition was filed alleging willful disobedience of the order dated 12.06.2025 in W.P.No.11857 of 2025. During hearing, petitioner's counsel submitted that the representation had been favourably considered vide order dated 31.10.2025. Recording this submission, the court closed the contempt petition without costs. Held that compliance renders contempt proceedings infructuous (Paras 2-3).
Issue of Consideration
Whether the respondents willfully disobeyed the order dated 12.06.2025 in W.P.No.11857 of 2025, warranting punishment under the Contempt of Courts Act.
Final Decision
The contempt petition is closed. No costs.
Law Points
- Contempt of Courts Act
- 1971
- Section 11
- Compliance with court order
- Closure of contempt proceedings upon satisfaction
Case Details
2026 LawText (MAD) (01) 247
For Petitioner: Mr. E.Martin Jayakumar, For Respondents: Mr.A.Selvendiran, Special Government Pleader
Ayya Nadar Janaki Ammal College (Autonomous), Rep.by its Secretary, Mr.G.Abiruben
1. E.Sundaravalli, I.A.S, Director of Collegiate Education, 2. Dr.P.Ponmuthuramalingam, Regional Joint Director Collegiate Education, Madurai Region
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Nature of Litigation
Contempt petition under Section 11 of the Contempt of Courts Act, 1971, for alleged willful disobedience of a court order.
Remedy Sought
Petitioner sought punishment of respondents for willful disobedience and violation of the order dated 12.06.2025 in W.P.No.11857 of 2025.
Filing Reason
Respondents failed to comply with the order dated 12.06.2025 in W.P.No.11857 of 2025.
Previous Decisions
Order dated 12.06.2025 in W.P.No.11857 of 2025 passed by the Madras High Court.
Issues
Whether the respondents willfully disobeyed the order dated 12.06.2025 in W.P.No.11857 of 2025.
Submissions/Arguments
Petitioner's counsel submitted that the petitioner's representation had been favourably considered vide order dated 31.10.2025.
Ratio Decidendi
Compliance with the court order renders contempt proceedings infructuous; the petition is closed upon satisfaction that the representation has been favourably considered.
Judgment Excerpts
When this Contempt Petition was taken up for hearing, learned counsel for the petitioner submitted that the petitioner’s representation has been favourably considered, vide order dated 31.10.2025.
Recording the aforesaid submission, the Contempt Petition is closed. No costs.
Procedural History
The petitioner filed W.P.No.11857 of 2025, which was disposed of by order dated 12.06.2025. Alleging non-compliance, the petitioner filed Cont.P.No.3660 of 2025 on an unspecified date. The contempt petition was heard on 22.01.2026, and closed upon submission of compliance.
Acts & Sections
- Contempt of Courts Act, 1971: Section 11
