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Case ID 2ffd9569-b5a3-4de8-9d49-ddf34e270115
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Case Number Writ Petition No.1089 of 1992
Decision Date Feb 04, 1992
Hearing Date Feb 04, 1992
Decision The Lahore High Court dismissed the petition filed by Ch. Allah Rakha challenging the Chief Minister's order regarding the lease of a cattle market. The court held that the actions taken by the Municipal Committee and the Secretary of Local Government were indicative of collusion and ulterior motives detrimental to the public exchequer. The court emphasized that any interference in this extraordinary jurisdiction would only perpetuate illicit activities. The petitioner was advised that they could participate in the public auction if they wished.
Summary The Lahore High Court dealt with a significant case involving the lease of a cattle market under the Punjab Local Government Ordinance, 1979. The conflict arose when the petitioner, Ch. Allah Rakha, contested an order from the Chief Minister regarding the public auction of the lease. The court examined the definitions within the ordinance, particularly the term 'Government', and addressed allegations of discrimination and procedural irregularities. The decision underscored the importance of maintaining transparency in public auctions and government dealings to prevent corruption. Overall, the court's ruling aimed to uphold legal integrity while discouraging collusive practices that could harm public resources. Keywords: Punjab Local Government Ordinance, cattle market lease, public auction, Lahore High Court, legal integrity, public resources, corruption prevention.
Court Lahore High Court
Entities Involved Not available
Judges FALAK SHER, J
Lawyers Ch. Hamiduddin
Petitioners Ch. ALLAH RAKHA
Respondents PROVINCE OF PUNJAB, THROUGH SECRETARY, LOCAL GOVT. AND RURAL DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT
Citations 1992 SLD 2111, 1992 PLJ 236
Other Citations Not available
Laws Involved Punjab Local Government Ordinance, 1979
Sections 139