S.Selvi v. The District Collector

ORDER This Writ Petition has been for issuance of a Writ of Mandamus, directing the respondents to accord permission to the petitioner so as to enable her to run an Aavin Milk Booth in (Depot No. 587) at Aarapaalayam Bus Terminal, by considering the representation of the petitioner dated 22.06.2026.

¶2The learned counsel appearing for the petitioner submitted that the petitioner is a physically challenged woman with 40% permanent orthopaedic disability and was allotted an Aavin milk vending agency at Depot No.587, Arapalayam Bus Stand, Madurai, in the year 2014. It was submitted that the petitioner had been operating the agency satisfactorily and her licence was periodically renewed up to the year 2021. Thereafter, despite repeated requests, the respondents failed to renew her licence. The learned counsel further submitted that apprehending the appointment of a new agent, the petitioner submitted a representation dated 22.06.2026 seeking re-appointment and expressing her willingness to comply with all the prescribed conditions. Since the said representation has not been considered, the petitioner has approached this Court seeking appropriate directions. Page3 of 5

¶3The learned Standing Counsels appearing for the respondents submitted that the petitioner's representation dated 22.06.2026 would be considered in accordance with the applicable rules and guidelines. It was further submitted that if this Court grants reasonable time, the respondents would examine the petitioner's request and pass appropriate orders on merits in accordance with law.

¶4Considering the limited relief sought for by the petitioner, this Court, without expressing any opinion on the merits of the claim, directs the respondents to consider the petitioner's representation dated 22.06.2026 on its own merits and in accordance with law and pass appropriate orders, after affording an opportunity to the petitioner, if necessary, within a period of six (6) weeks from the date of receipt of a copy of this order.

¶5With the above direction, the Writ Petition stands disposed of. No costs. 24-07-2026 Index: Yes/No Speaking/Non-speaking order smn2 Page4 of 5 To

¶1The District Collector Madurai, Madurai District.

¶2The General Manager Madurai District Milk Produces, Co-operative Union (Aavin), Madurai, Madurai District. Page5 of 5

M.DHANDAPANI, J. smn2 24-07-2026

Page1 of 5 BEFORE THE MADURAI BENCH OF MADRAS HIGH COURT DATED: 24-07-2026 CORAM THE HON'BLE MR JUSTICE M.DHANDAPANI S.Selvi W/o.S.Subbu, No.62, Ponnagaram 1st Street, Madurai. ..Petitioner(s) Vs 1. The District Collector Madurai, Madurai District. 2. The General Manager Madurai District Milk Produces, Co-operative Union (Aavin), Madurai, Madurai District. ..Respondent(s) Writ Petition filed under Article 226 of the Constitution of India, praying this Court to issue a Writ of Mandamus directing the respondents to accord permission to the petitioner so as to enable her to run an Aavin Milk Booth in (Depo.No.587) at Aarapaalayam Bus terminal by considering the representation of the petitioner dated 22.06.2026 and pass such other or further orders as this Hon'ble Court may deem fit and proper in the circumstances of this case and thus render justice. For Petitioner(s): Mr.S.Chandrasekar For Respondent(s): Ms.P.Sudarkodi Natchiyar Counsel for the State of Tamil Nadu for R1 Mrs.J.Devasena Standing Counsel for R2 Page2 of 5