Madras HC: Order Against Deceased Pudukkottai Businessman Canceled

In a recent case, the Madurai Bench of the Madras High Court, led by Justice Krishnan Ramasamy, canceled an order mistakenly issued against someone who had already passed away. Here's what happened.

The Mix-Up: Order Against a Deceased Person

On February 8, 2025, an order was issued by The Assistant Commissioner in Pudukkottai against G. Mayandi, who had actually died on September 26, 2023. This order was part of a legal process involving M/s. Neevi Enterprises, run by Mayandi.

"An order, which was passed against a dead person, is invalid and must be canceled."

The Legal Heir Steps In

M. Prabu, the son of the deceased and the person who brought the case to court, stepped up to challenge this order. Represented by Mr. A. Satheesh Murugan, Prabu pointed out that the order was invalid since it targeted someone who was no longer alive.

The Court's Decision

Justice Krishnan Ramasamy agreed with M. Prabu. The court decided to cancel the order and send the case back to The Assistant Commissioner for a fresh review.

• New Deadline: M. Prabu, as the person who takes over the legal matters, was given six weeks to respond to the original notice dated November 23, 2024.
• Next Steps: The Assistant Commissioner must then set a date for a personal meeting with M. Prabu and make a new decision.

What Happens Next?

The court ordered that after M. Prabu submits his reply, The Assistant Commissioner should:

• Provide a 14-day notice for a personal meeting.
• Consider all the new information and make a decision based on the details of the case.

This case highlights the importance of ensuring legal orders are directed correctly, especially considering the circumstances of the people involved.