Once there is a failure of rules of natural justice, even if there is an alternative remedy, a writ is maintainable

Polu Venkata Lakshmamma Vs The State of Andhra Pradesh (Andhra Pradesh High Court) Once there is a failure of rules of natural justice, even if there is an alternative remedy, a writ is maintainable. The law is well settled. Hence, the impugned order, dated 22.12.2020 as communicated by the endorsement dated 14.12.2021 is hereby set aside. The 3rd respondent is directed to conduct a de novo enquiry into the application filed by the petitioners, strictly in compliance with the provisions of Section 5 of the Act and Rules there under. The entire exercise should be completed within a period of tw...