Justices GR Swaminathan and B Pugalendhi observed that granting restitution to the petitioner association would not be in public interest as it would lead to reconstruction of a building on a waterbody.

[04/01, 18:16] Sekarreporter: “Justices GR Swaminathan and B Pugalendhi observed that granting restitution to the petitioner association would not be in public interest as it would lead to reconstruction of a building on a waterbody.

“Alienation made in favour of the petitioner in 1977 was itself improper. Even if a tank had become dry, efforts should be made to restore its original condition,” the judges said. Regarding compensation, the court advised the association to move the appropriate civil court.”
https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/tamil-nadu/2025/Mar/03/madras-hc-denies-restitution-for-demolished-hostel-on-sivakasi-waterbody#:~:text=Justices%20GR%20Swaminathan,appropriate%20civil%20court.
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