No Civil Proceedings Against Lt Governor Without Two Months Notice: CAT Srinagar Imposes ₹1 Lakh Penalty On IAS Officer For 'Mischievous' Petition

The Central Administrative Tribunal (CAT) Srinagar has ruled that no civil proceedings can be initiated against the Lieutenant Governor (LG) without prior notice of two months. The tribunal imposed a penalty of ₹1 lakh on IAS officer Shahid Iqbal Choudhary for filing a "mischievous" petition alleging unauthorized occupation of his official residence by J&K L-G administration. The tribunal found that the officer misused legal provisions and noted that a prior two-month notice is mandatory before filing any suit against the LG as per the J&K Civil Courts Act. The petition was deemed frivolous, and the tribunal emphasized the necessity of adhering to legal protocols.