Petition for Full-Time Presiding Officer in Debt Recovery Tribunal Resolved

The Gujarat High Court disposed of a petition seeking the appointment of a full-time Presiding Officer in Debt Recovery Tribunal-I, Ahmedabad. Initially, the Presiding Officer of Debt Recovery Tribunal-II was handling Tribunal-I matters as well. However, the court noted that steps were being taken to promptly fill the vacancy and the Additional Solicitor General assured that all reasonable measures were being implemented for the appointment. As a result, the court concluded the matter with these observations.

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Issues involved:
1. Appointment of full-time Presiding Officer in Debt Recovery Tribunal-I, Ahmedabad.

Analysis:
The petition before the Gujarat High Court sought the appointment of a full-time Presiding Officer in Debt Recovery Tribunal-I, Ahmedabad. The petitioner highlighted the vacancy in the position, causing difficulties for litigants and advocates. Initially, the Presiding Officer of Debt Recovery Tribunal-II was given additional charge of Tribunal-I matters, which was extended until 31.3.2022. The court noted that the prayer for continuation of this arrangement did not survive, as steps were being taken to fill the position promptly. The Additional Solicitor General of India assured the court that all reasonable measures were being implemented to make the appointment. Consequently, the court disposed of the petition with these observations.

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