Kochi: The confiscation action of the Munsiff Court followed the non-payment of the relief money allotted to the person who lost his house in the flood. Ernakulam Disaster Management Department Deputy Collector Usha Bindumol’s official vehicle has been seized by the court. For the last three, confiscation was ordered, but the confiscation might not be implemented as the vehicle might not be found. Tried reaching the office several times but to no avail. Then, when Amin arrived the other day, the vehicle was at the spot. With this, a notice was issued and the copy was handed over officially.
The action was taken on the complaint of KP Saju, a native of Kadamakudy, Koduveliparambi. In the last flood, Saju’s house broke and became uninhabitable. Officials arrived and assessed the damage and returned but did not receive much financial assistance. 10,000 was given as the first installment, but the disaster management department was not ready to allow more amount. Meanwhile, the order was to pay Rs. The order was passed on to the officials but to no avail. With this, Saju Munsif filed a petition in the court. If the order is not implemented within the specified time, the Munsiff was instructed to inform the court.
To the court’s question regarding non-payment, the Deputy Collector said that there was no money and the file was not signed and received. Finding the reply unsatisfactory, the court ordered the confiscation of the official vehicle of the authority. The order has also been forwarded to the Collector. The vehicle should be produced when directed by the court. If further action has already been taken by the authority, the court has the right to conduct the auction in accordance with the rules.
Meanwhile, Saju, who is facing severe financial crisis, had taken a loan of Rs. 6 lakh to make his house habitable. He is hopeful that the court order will help in the coming days. At the same time, there are people who have been ordered to pay 4 lakhs and 5 lakhs without any result. Advocate TJ Maria Neetu, who appeared for Saju, said that they are also preparing to approach the court.
English Summary: Court Confiscated Official Vehicle of Deputy Collector
