Pandurang Vithal Kevne v. Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited & Anr.

litigants are not only polluting the stream of justice but putting hurdles in its dispensation to others. The precious judicial time which the petitioner has wasted, could very well be used for taking up the cases of other litigants who are waiting for justice.

7 Writ Petition (Civil) Diary No(s). 27458/2022 decided on 01.05.2023.

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In fact these types of litigants are choking the system of the court, which is resulting in delays in decision of other cases. It is also the duty of the Courts at different levels to curb such type of litigation so that more time is available for dealing with genuine litigation.

23Copy pinpoint23. In the light of facts and circumstances as aforesaid, we are inclined to impose a cost of ₹ 1,00,000 /- (Rupees One Lakh) against the petitioner to be deposited with the Maharashtra State Legal Services Authority within four weeks. On failure, recovery be effected from the petitioner as arrears of land revenue.

24Copy pinpoint24. Pending interlocutory application(s), if any, is/are disposed of.

Result of the Case: S pecial Leave Petition dismissed.

† Headnotes prepared by: A nkitesh Ojha, Hony. Associate Editor (Verified by: Liz Mathew, Sr. Adv.)