D.Ravi v. The Tahsildar

Order This Writ Petition has been filed to direct the Respondents 1 and 2 to conduct survey in respect of the petitioner's property.

¶2The learned counsel for the petitioner submitted that the petitioner is the absolute owner of the property comprised in S.F. No. 137/23, measuring an extent of 3½ cents at Padappalli Village, Uthangarai Taluk, Krishnagiri District, by way of succession, and is in continuous possession and enjoyment of the same. In order to develop the property and apprehending encroachment by adjacent landowners, the petitioner submitted an application dated 24.03.2026 to the respondents to measure the land. The petitioner also sent a detailed representation dated 13.06.2026 to the revenue officials to survey and demarcate the boundaries of the property. Since no action has been taken by the revenue officials to survey the property to date, the petitioner has approached this Court.

¶3Mr.M.Guruprasad, learned Government's Counsel, who accepts notice on behalf of the respondents 1 and 2 would submit that the petitioner's land will be surveyed and demarcated based on his online application dated 24.03.2026 along with necessary police aid, within a time frame to be fixed by this Court. Page3 of 5

¶4Heard the learned counsel for the petitioner as well as the learned Government's Counsel appearing for the respondents.

5.Considering the submissions made by both parties and in view of the limited prayer sought for in this writ petition, this Court without expressing any opinion on the merits of the case, directs the respondents 1 and 2 to consider the petitioner's online application dated 24.03.2026 and conduct a survey and demarcate the subject properties, within a period of six (6) weeks from the date of receipt of a copy of this order, after issuing prior notice and affording an opportunity of personal hearing to the petitioner and other parties concerned. If any need arises for Police assistance, it is open to the respondents 1 and 2 to request for Police protection from the 3rd respondent/jurisdictional Police. If any such request is made, the 3rd respondent/jurisdictional Police is directed to provide an adequate Police protection for conducting the survey.

6.In the event of any dispute regarding possession, the respondents shall not adjudicate upon the question of title. The petitioner and the concerned parties are at liberty to approach the competent Civil Court for recovery of possession and for appropriate reliefs in accordance with law. The official respondents shall not involve themselves in such proceedings or take any action affecting the rights of the parties unless specifically directed by the competent Civil Court. Page4 of 5

7.With the above direction, this writ petition is disposed of. No costs. 07-07-2026 Index: Yes/No Speaking/Non-speaking order SK To

¶1The Tahsildar Uthangarai Taluk Office, Uthangarai,Krishnagiri District-635 207.

¶2The Head Surveyor Uthangarai Taluk Office,Uthangarai, Krishnagiri District-635 207.

¶3The Inspector of Police Uthangarai Police Station, Krishnagiri District-635 207. WPoNo.o25585oofo2026 KRISHNANoRAMASAMYoJ. sk WPoNo.o25585oofo2026 07-07-2026 Page5oofo5

Page1 of 5 IN THE HIGH COURT OF JUDICATURE AT MADRAS DATED: 07-07-2026 CORAM THE HON'BLE MR JUSTICE KRISHNAN RAMASAMY D.Ravi S/o.Devan, Pattakanur Village, Padappalli Post, Uthangarai Taluk, Krishnagiri District- 635 306. ..Petitioner(s) Vs 1. The Tahsildar Uthangarai Taluk Office, Uthangarai,Krishnagiri District- 635 207. 2. The Head Surveyor Uthangarai Taluk Office,Uthangarai, Krishnagiri District- 635 207. 3. The Inspector of Police Uthangarai Police Station, Krishnagiri District- 635 207. ..Respondent(s) Prayer: Writ Petition is filed under Article 226 of the Constitution of India praying for issuance of writ of Mandamus directing the 1st and 2nd Respondents to conduct survey in respect of the petitioner property comprised in Patta No.82, Survey No.137/23 to the extent of 3 1/2 cent at padappalli Village, Uthangarai Taluk, Krishnagiri District (Fees receipt No.2026/ N123/ 31/ 000249 dated 24.03.2026 paid a sum of Rs.860/-) along with the aid of the 3rd respondent within the time frame fixed by this court. For Petitioner(s): Mr.T.Venkatesan For Respondent(s): Mr.M.Guruprasad, Government Counsel for R1 and R2 Mr.Durai Gunasekaran, Government Advocate (Crl.Side) for R3 Page2 of 5