Summary: Chellappan's attempt to claim property from his late brother's estate was turned down by the Madurai Bench of Madras High Court. The court confirmed that the will giving the property to Manickavasagam's children was valid.
Chellappan tried three times to change a decision made in 2018. He wanted a part of the properties owned by his late brother, Manickavasagam Pillai, saying they were family properties that should be shared. These properties included land and buildings in Madurai, where Chellappan had a business.
Chellappan and Manickavasagam started a wood business in 1972. Chellappan took care of a branch in Thirunagar, while Manickavasagam ran the main business in Thirumangalam. Chellappan claimed that the money made from the business was used to buy the properties, which should make him a rightful owner.
No Proof of Partnership: The court found no proof that Chellappan was a partner in the business. The properties were bought by Manickavasagam alone.
Will Validity: The court confirmed that a will by Manickavasagam, which gave the properties to his children, not Chellappan, was valid. Witnesses supported the will's authenticity.
The court rejected Chellappan's attempts. It confirmed that the properties were not shared family assets but belonged to Manickavasagam and his children. Chellappan was given three months to leave the property.
"The judge rightly decided that the properties belonged entirely to M. Manikandan and his siblings."
Chellappan's claim to the properties was turned down because there was no proof of shared ownership or partnership. The court's decision supported Manickavasagam's children, confirming their right to inherit the properties.
