The Uttarakhand High Court in Nainital has issued notice to parties facing contempt allegations in a case involving Khatima Nagar Palika Parishad and sought their response within 2 weeks.
The petition was filed by Vikram Singh Chauhan, who alleges that the municipality did not comply with an earlier order of the court. The case is being heard by a single bench led by Justice Pankaj Purohit.
Earlier court directions
The earlier order allowed Khatima Nagar Palika Parishad to register contractors and extend contracts under new guidelines. The petitioner has alleged that the municipality failed to implement those directions.
Following the hearing, the court directed the parties facing the contempt allegations to submit a response or reply affidavit within 2 weeks. They were also directed to ensure compliance with the earlier order.
The latest proceedings concern allegations of non-compliance. They do not establish that the municipality is in contempt, as the court has sought its response before taking the matter forward.
The next hearing in the case will take place on 17 November.
Conclusion
The High Court has given the concerned parties 2 weeks to respond to the contempt allegations or ensure compliance with the earlier order. Further proceedings are expected at the hearing on 17 November.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. Which court is hearing the case?
The Uttarakhand High Court in Nainital is hearing the case.
Q. Which civic body is involved?
The case concerns Khatima Nagar Palika Parishad.
Q. Who filed the contempt petition?
The petition was filed by Vikram Singh Chauhan.
Q. What does the petitioner allege?
He alleges that the municipality did not comply with an earlier court order.
Q. What did the earlier order concern?
It allowed contractor registration and contract extensions under new guidelines.
Q. When is the next hearing?
The next hearing is scheduled for 17 November.
