Madras High Court pulls up T.N. HR&CE department for failing to act promptly against an erring EO in 2011

Madras High Court pulls up T.N. HR&CE department for failing to act promptly against an erring EO in 2011

Madras High Court has reprimanded the Tamil Nadu Human Resources and Civil Engineering department for its delayed response to a faulty executive order issued in 2011. Justices S.M. Subramaniam and Krishnaswamy Govindarajan highlighted the department’s weak management and absence of effective oversight mechanisms. The ruling underscores the need for timely action and stronger internal controls.