Case Note & Summary
The writ petition was filed by the petitioner seeking a writ of mandamus under Article 226 of the Constitution of India, directing the respondents to consider the petitioner's registration for the recruitment process of Tamil Nadu Ration Shops 2024 for the posts of 'Packers' and 'Salesman'. The petitioner requested that the interview and selection process be conducted on merits, and that a merit list be published, ensuring equal opportunity for participation in the interview. The learned counsel for the petitioner and the learned Government Advocate for the respondents were heard. The Government Advocate submitted that the selection process had already concluded, a fact not seriously disputed by the petitioner’s counsel. Given this factual position, the court found that nothing remained to be adjudicated in the writ petition. Consequently, the court dismissed the petition as infructuous, with no costs awarded. The order was issued on 03-09-2026.
Headnote
A) Constitutional Law - Writ of Mandamus - Dismissal of Writ Petition - Article 226 of the Constitution of India - The petitioner sought a writ of mandamus for consideration in the recruitment process for the post of 'Packers' and 'Salesman' after the selection process was completed. The court dismissed the petition as infructuous, noting that the selection process had already concluded, and thus no further action could be taken (Paras 1-4).
Issue of Consideration
Whether the writ petition for consideration in the recruitment process should be allowed despite the completion of the selection process.
Final Decision
The court dismissed the writ petition as infructuous, noting that the selection process had already been completed.
Law Points
- Writ of Mandamus
- Article 226
- Recruitment Process
- Infructuous Petition
