The case revolves around Smt. Amrapali Sakharam Kamble, who was the Sarpanch of a Gram Panchayat and faced a No-Confidence Motion due to her absence from multiple meetings. The petitioner challenged the motion, arguing that her rights were violated. The court, however, upheld the No-Confidence Motion, stating that the procedure followed was legally sound and aligned with democratic principles. The ruling emphasizes the importance of adhering to legal protocols in governance and underscores the principle that the will of the majority prevails.
Case Title: Smt. Amrapali Sakharam Kamble Versus The District Collector Ors.
Citation: 2024 LawText (BOM) (8) 85
Case Number: WRIT PETITION NO. 13629 OF 2023
Advocate(s): Mr. Utkarsh Desai i/b. Mr. Prashant Bhavake for the Petitioner. Smt. Sulbha Chipade, AGP for Respondent Nos. 1 to 3. Mr. Nikhil Dilip Waje a/w. Mr. Vishesh Srivastav a/w. Mr. Prem Gada for Respondent Nos. 4 to 10.
Date of Decision: 2024-08-08