1 IN THE HIGH COURT OF ANDHRA PRADESH :: AMARAVATI (Special Original Jurisdiction) ' WEDNESDAY, THE TWENTY SIXTH DAY OF MARCH TWO THOUSAND AND TWENTY FIVE Or 5 3 o\v PRESENT HON’BLE SRI JUSTICE DHIRAJ SINGH THAKUR, THE CHIEF JUSTICE AND HON’BLE SRI JUSTICE RAVI CHEEMALAPATI WP(PIL) NO: 215 of 2023 along with W.P(PIL).Nos.216 of 2023, 2. 3, 7. 9. 23. 30, 54 & 91 of 2024 & W.P.Nos.33763 of 2023, 22. 23. 416, 1181. 3418 & 3754 of 2024 WP(PIL) NO: 215 OF 2023 Between: The District Bar Association Kurnool, (Regd. No. 12/1964), District Courts Compound, Kurnool - 518 001 (A.P.), Rep. by its General Secretary Mr.M.V.Chakrapani, S/o. Vadde Adhenna, Aged about 49 years, Occ. Advocate, R/o. 3-171, Temple Street, Husainapuram Village, Orvakal Mandal, Kurnool District, Andhra Pradesh - 518 010. Mobile No.9441300262, Email ID. chakraDanimv9@Qmail.com. Aadhar No. 782260941587, PAN Card No. AALAT2617A, Bank A/c No. 10432703587 of SBI Bank, Court Complex Branch, Kurnool District, A.P. ...Petitioner AND 1. The State of Andhra Pradesh, Rep., by its Chief Secretary, Secretariat Building Velagapudi, Amaravathi, Andhra Pradesh 2. The State of Andhra Pradesh., Rep. by its Secretary to the Government, Department of Legal and Legislative Affairs and Justice, Law Department, Velagapudi, Amaravathi, Andhra Pradesh. ...Respondents Petition under Article 226 of the Constitution of India praying that in the circumstances stated in the affidavit filed therewith, the High Court may be pleased to issue a Writ, Order or direction more particularly one in the nature of 'Writ of Mandamus' challenging the Sections 10, 13, 14, 15, 25, 34, 46 of The Andhra Pradesh Land Titling Act, 2022 (Act No.27/2023), 2 which is illegal, arbitrary and also violation of the Articles 21.246, 300-A of the Constitution of India and also against the Provisions of the Indian Succession Act, 1925 and also against the guidelines of the Hon'bie Supreme Court, thereby all the Provisions referred above are liable to be declared as Unconstitutional void ab-initio and Ultra-vires and consequently set aside the same. lA NO: 1 OF 2023 Petition under Section 151 CPC praying that in the circumstances stated in the affidavit filed in support of the petition, the High Court may be pleased to suspend the implementation of Sections 10, 13, 14, 15, 25, 34, 46 of The Andhra Pradesh Land Titling Act, 2022 (Act No.27/2023). Counsel for the Petitioner: SRI Y BALAJI Counsel for the Respondents: SMT S. PRANATHI, LD. SPL. GOVERNMENT PLEADER FOR THE ADVOCATE GENERAL WP(PIL) NO: 216 OF 2023 Between: AH India Lawyers Union (AILU), Andhra Pradesh State Committee, Rep. by its President Sri Sunkara Rajendra Prasad, S/o. Ramakotaiah, aged about 66 years, R/o. D. No. 33-14-2A, Kadiyala Vari Street, Seetarama Vijayawada Urban, Krishna District - 520 002. Aadhar card Number 499740267525 Pan Card No.AHTPS2379G Bank Account State Bank of India Civil Court Vijayawada Branch,-520002 Account No. 52112618345 Phone No.9848127375 Mail ID srp.adv(ggmail.com ...Respondents AND 1. The State of Andhra Pradesh, Rep. by its Chief Secretary, Secretariat Buildings, Velagapudi Village, Thullur Mandal, Guntur District, Amaravati, Andhra Pradesh. 2. The State of Andhra Pradesh, rep. by its Special Chief Secretary to Government, Revenue Department, Secretariat Buildings, Velagapudi Village, Thullur Mandal, Guntur District, Amaravati, Andhra Pradesh. 3. The State of Andhra Pradesh, represented by Principal Secretary General Administration Department, Secretariat, Velagapudi Village, Thullur Mandal, Guntur District,Amaravati,Andhra Pradesh 3 4. The Secretary to Government of Andhra Pradesh, Legal and Legislative Affairs and Justice, Law Department Secretariat, Velagapudi Village, Thullur Mandal, Guntur District, Amaravati, Andhra Pradesh ...Respondents Petition under Article 226 of the Constitution of India praying that in the circumstances stated in the affidavit filed therewith, the High Court may be pleased to issue any order or direction more particularly one in the nature of Writ of Mandamus declaring the Andhra Pradesh Land Titling Act, 2022, (Act No.27 of 2023), as beyond the scope of the legislative competence of the State, provided to it under Entries 18, 45, List II, Schedule Vlt of the Constitution of India vires and violative of Articles 14, 21, 246, 251, 252, 254 and 300-A of the Constitution of India and consequently to nullify the effect of the Andhra Pradesh Land Titling Act, 2022, (Act No.27 of 2023). lA NO: 1 OF 2023 Petition under Section 151 CPC praying that in the circumstances stated in the affidavit filed in support of the petition, the High Court may be pleased to direct the Hon’ble Civil Courts not to return the Suits involving the disputes over immovable properties by Suspending the operation of the Andhra Pradesh Land Titling Act, 2022, (Act No.27 of 2023), pending disposal of the above writ petition. Counsel for the Petitioner:SRI MADHAVARAO NALLURI Counsel for the Respondents: SMT S. PRANATHI, LD. SPL. GOVERNMENT PLEADER FOR THE ADVOCATE GENERAL WP(PIL) NO: 2 OF 2024 Between: INDIAN LAWYERS ASSOCIATION, Having its registered office at 26- 38-214, 11th Lane, A.T.Agraharam, Guntur - 522004. Represented by its President G Santha Kumar S/o. G Showri Aged 59 years, R/o. 26- 2/-216, Fathima Nagar, A.T.Agraharam, Guntur - 522004 Aadhar Card 4 Number - 974749053265, Pan Card Number. AGYPG623 ID, Ph. 9246485971, Email.santhakumar.advocate@gmail.com ...Petitioner AND 1. The State of Andhra Pradesh, Represented by its Chief Secretary, Building 1,1®' Floor, Interim Government Complex A.P.Secretariat , Velagapudi, Guntur, Andhra Pradesh Email cs@ap.gov.in The State of Andhra Pradesh, Rep by its Secretary to Government Department of Legal and Legislative Affairs and Justice Law Department, A.P.Secretariat, Velagapudi. The State of Andhra Pradesh, Represented by its Principal Secretary Department of Revenue, Stamps and Registration, A.P.Secretariat, Velagapudi, Guntur, Andhra Pradesh 2. 3. ...Respondents Petition under Article 226 of the Constitution of India praying that in the circumstances stated in the affidavit filed therewith, the High Court may be pleased to issue a writ, order or direction more particularly in the nature of a Writ of Mandamus and/or any other appropriate Writ(s) declaring the Andhra Pradesh Land Titling Act, 2022 (Act, 27 of 2023) as illegal, arbitrary, beyond the legislative competence of the State and ultra vires of Articles 14, 21, 300-A of Constitution of India and the provisions of Limitation Act, Indian Succession Act, 1925 and consequently to set aside the Andhra Pradesh Land Titling Act, 2022 (Act, 27 of 2023). lA NO: 1 OF 2024 Petition under Section 151 CPC praying that in the circumstances stated in the affidavit filed in support of the petition, the High Court may be pleased to suspend the provisions of the Andhra Pradesh Land Titling Act, 2022 (Act No. 27 of 2023), pending disposal of the writ petition. Counsel for the Petitioner: SRI ARUN SHOWRI G Counsel for the Respondents: SMT S. PRANATHI, LD. SPL. GOVERNMENT PLEADER FOR THE ADVOCATE GENERAL 5 WP/P!U NO: 3 OF 2024 Between: The Bezwada Bar Association, Represented by its Secretary, Jannu Sridhar, Aged about 47 years, S/o Venkateswara Rao, R/o 39-10-37, Veterinary Hospital Street, near Netaji Bridge, Labbipeta, Vijayawada (Urban), Krishna, Andhra Pradesh-520010 (PAN No. AGFPJ4277M) Aadhar Card No.3727 9590 4188, Mobile No.919440279837,Bank Account No.62191135584, State Bank of India, City Civil Court, Vijayawada Branch. ...Petitioner AND 1. The State of Andhra Pradesh, Rep, by its Principal Secretary, Dept, of Law and Legislative Affairs, A.P Secretariat, Velagapudi, Guntur District, Andhra Pradesh 2. The State of Andhra Pradesh, Rep. by its Principal Secretary, Dept, of Revenue, A.P Secretariat, Velagapudi, Guntur District, Amaravathi. ...Respondents Petition under Article 226 of the Constitution of India praying that in the circumstances stated in the affidavit filed therewith, the High Court may be pleased to issue a Writ, Order or Direction, more particularly one in the nature of a Writ of Mandamus declaring the Andhra Pradesh Land Titling Act, 2024 (Published in AP Gazette on 17.10.2023) promulgated/ legislated by the Respondent No.1 and brought into operation vide G.O.Ms.No.512, Rev. (Lands-!) Dept, dated 01.11.2023 issued by the Respondent No.2 as being illegal, arbitrary, ultra vires, and in violation of Article 14, 19(1)(g), 300A of Constitution of India and Consequently set aside the Andhra Pradesh Land Titling Act, 2024 (Published in AP Gazette on 17.10.2023) and G.O.Ms.No.512, Rev. (Lands-I) Dept, dated 01.11.2023 issued by the Respondents herein. lA NO: 1 OF 2024 Petition under Section 151 CPC praying that in the circumstances stated in the affidavit filed in support of the petition, the High Court may be pleased to suspend the operation of G.O.Ms.No.512, Rev. (Lands-I) Dept. 6 r 01.11.2023 issued by Respondent No.2, pending disposal of the above WP(PIL). lA NO: 2 OF 2024 Petition under Section 151 CPC praying that in the circumstances stated in the affidavit filed in support of the petition, the High Court may be pleased to suspend the operation of G.O.Ms.No.630, Revenue (Lands-I), dated 29.12.2023 issued by Respondent No.2, pending disposal of the above WP(PIL). Counsel for the Petitioner: SRI N ASHWANI KUMAR Counsel for the Respondents: SMT S. PRANATHI, LD. SPL. GOVERNMENT PLEADER FOR THE ADVOCATE GENERAL WP(PIL) NO: 7 OF 2024 Between: The Eluru Bar Association, Represented by its Secretary, Nakka Madhan Mohan Naga Raju, Aged about 59 years, S/o late Nageswara Rao, R/o H.No.27-23-13, Yetigattu, behind Collector office, Eluru. West Godavari District, Andhra Pradesh-534006, PAN No. AGHPN2'467M, Aadhar Card No.5630 7462 5024, Mobile No 91 9949905379, Bank Account No 0660101022685, Canara Bank, Kbrrapati Vari Street, Power Pet, Eluru Branch. ...Petitioner AND 1. The State of Andhra Pradesh, Rep. by its Principal Secretary, Dept, of Law and Legislative Affairs, A.P Secretariat, Velagapudi, Guntur District, Andhra Pradesh. 2. The State of Andhra Pradesh, Rep. by its Principal Secretary, Dept, of Revenue, A.P Secretariat, Velagapudi, Guntur District, Amaravathi. ...Respondents Petition under Article 226 of the Constitution of India praying that in the circumstances stated in the affidavit filed therewith, the High Court may be pleased to issue a Writ, Order or Direction, more particularly one in the nature of a Writ of Mandamus declaring the Andhra Pradesh Land Titling Act, 2024 (Published in AP Gazelle on 17.10.2023) promulgated/ legislated 7 by the Respondent No.1 and brought into operation vide G.O.Ms.No.512, Rev. (Lands-I) Dept, dated 01.11.2023 issued by the Respondent No.2 as being iiiegal, arbitrary, ultra vires, and in violation of Article 14, 19(1 )(g), 300A of Constitution of India and Consequently set aside the Andhra Pradesh Land Titling Act, 2024 (Published in AP Gazette on 17.10.2023) and GO.Ms.No.512, Rev. (Lands-I) Dept, dated 01.11.2023 issued by the Respondents herein. lA NO: 1 OF 2024 Petition under Section 151 CPC praying that in the circumstances stated in the affidavit filed in support of the petition, the High Court may be pleased to suspend the operation of G.O.Ms.No.512, Rev. (Lands-I) Dept. 01.11.2023 issued by Respondent No.2, pending disposal of the above WP(PIL). lA NO: 2 OF 2024 Petition under Section 151 CPC praying that in the circumstances stated in the affidavit filed in support of the petition, the High Court may be pleased to suspend the operation of G.O.Ms.No.630 Revenue (Lands-I), dated 29.12.2023 issued by Respondent No.2, pending disposal of the above WP(PIL). Counsel for the Petitioner: SRI N ASHWANI KUMAR Counsel for the Respondents: SMT S. PRANATHI, LD. SPL. GOVERNMENT PLEADER FOR THE ADVOCATE GENERAL WP(PIL) NO: 9 OF 2024 Between: ANDHRA LAWYERS ASSOCIATION, Registration No 149/2019, D.No.20-15-22/Thummalava, 10'^ Ward, Rajamahendravaram, (Urban), East Godavari District, Rep. by its General Secretary, Meda Srinivasa Rao S/o Meda Suryanarayana Aged about 54 years, Occ Practising 8 Advocate Rajamahendravaram (Urbarh), Aryapuram, East Godavari District- 533104 CellNo.9248777222 Aadhar Card No. 9493 5776 2505 PAN Card NO.AKXPM7507M Bank Account No 10912859611 Mai! ID srinivasmedarpc@gmail.com R/o D.No.18-11-7/8, near Swatantra hospital, ...Petitioner AND 1. The State of Andhra Pradesh, Rep. by its Chief Secretary, Secretariat, Velagapudi, Amaravathi, Guntur District, Andhra Pradesh State. 2. The Special Chief Secretary to Government of Andhra Pradesh, Revenue Department, Secretariat Buildings, Velagapudi, Amaravathi, Guntur District. 3. The Principal Secretary, to Government of Andhra Pradesh, General Administration Department, Secretariat Buildings, Velagapudi, Amaravathi, Guntur District, 4. The Secretary, Legal and Legislative Affairs and Justice, Law Department, Government of Andhra Pradesh, Secretariat Buildings, Velagapudi, Amaravathi, Guntur District. 5. Union of India, Department of Law, Justice And Legislative Affairs Rep. by its Secretary, 4*^ Floor, A-Wing, Shastri Bhawan, New Delhi-110 001. 6. National Institution of Transforming India (NITI Aayog), Rep. by its Director, NITI Bhavan, Sansad Marg, New Delhi-110001. ...Respondents Petition under Article 226 of the Constitution of India praying that in the circumstances stated in the affidavit filed therewith, the High Court may be pleased to issue a Writ, .Order or Direction more particularly one in the nature writ of the Mandamus, declaring the A.P. Land Titling Act, 2022 (27 of 2023) notified by the 01-11-2023 passed G.O.Ms.No.512 Revenue (Land- I) Department dated by the Respondent No.2 as ultra vires, a colourable legislation, un-constitutional and in direct derogation and repugnance of the existing Central Legislations and the State Legislations themselves in the occupied field and it is further consequentially prayed that this Hon’ble Court may be pleased to set aside the G.O.Ms.No.512 Revenue (Land-1) 9 Department dated 01-11-2023 notifying the said Act and directing the Respondents not to give effect to the said Act. lA NO: 1 OF 2024 Petition under Section 151 CPC praying that in the circumstances stated in the affidavit filed in support of the petition, the High Court may be pleased to direct the Respondents not to implement the A.P. Land Titling Act, 2022 (27 of 2023) notified by the G.O.Ms.No.512 Revenue (Land-1) Department dated: 01-11-2023, pending the W.P. (PIL). Counsel for the Petitioner: SRI SANKU DURGA RAMACHANDRA RAO Counsel for the Respondents: SMT S. PRANATHI, LD. SPL. GOVERNMENT PLEADER FOR THE ADVOCATE GENERAL WP(PIL) NO: 23 OF 2024 Between: CIVIL LIBERTIES COMMITTEE(CLC), Andhra Pradesh, Rep. by Its President Mr. Vedangi Chittibabu S/o. Late Gopala Rao, R/o. D.No. 73- 5-3/6, Saibaba Temple Street, Narayanapuram, Rajamahendravaram, Andhra Pradesh - 533101. Aadhar Card Number 6864 6865 3767 Pan Card, NO.AQBPV4002C Bank Account State Bank of India, Lalacheruvu Branch A/c No. 33442551597 Phone No. 9949883527 Mail ID chittibabu.vedanQi@Qmail.com ...Petitioner AND 1. The State of Andhra Pradesh, Rep. by its Chief Secretary, Secretariat Buildings, Velagapudi Village, Thullur Mandal, Guntur District, Amaravati, Ahdhra Pradesh 2. The State of Andhra Pradesh, Rep. by its Special Chief Secretary to Government, Revenue Department, Secretariat Buildings, Velagapudi Village, Thullur Mandal, Guntur District, Amaravati, Andhra Pradesh. 3. The State of Andhra Pradesh, Rep. by Principal Secretary General Administration Department, Secretariat. Velagapudi Village, Thullur Mandal, Guntur District, Amaravati, Andhra Pradesh. 4. The Secretary to Government of Andhra Pradesh, Legal and Legislative Affairs and Justice, Law Department Secretariat, Velagapudi Village, Thullur Mandal, Guntur District, Amaravati, Andhra Pradesh. ...Respondents 10 Petition under Article 226 of the Constitution of India praying that in the circumstances stated in the affidavit filed therewith, the High Court may be pleased to issue any order or direction more particularly one in the nature of Writ of Mandamus declaring the Andhra Pradesh Land Titling Act, 2022, (Act No.27 of 2023), as beyond the scope of the legislative competence of the State, provided to it under Entries 18, 45, List II, Schedule VII of the Constitution of India, ultra vires, and violative of Articles 14, 21, 246, 251, 252, 254 and 300-A of the Constitution of India and consequently to nullify the effect of the the Andhra Pradesh Land Titling Act, 2022, (Act No.27 of 2023). lA NO: 1 OF 2024 Petition under Section 151 CPC praying that in the circumstances stated in the affidavit filed in support of the petition, the High Court may be pleased to direct the Hon'ble Civil Courts not to return the Suits involving the disputes over Immovable properties by suspending the operation of the Andhra Pradesh Land Titling Act, 2022, (Act No.27 of 2023), pending disposal of the Writ Petition (PIL). Counsel for the Petitioner: SRI K KRANTI CHAITANYA Counsel for the Respondents: SMT S. PRANATHI, LD. SPL. GOVERNMENT PLEADER FOR THE ADVOCATE GENERAL WP(PIL) NO: 30 OF 2024 Between: The District Bar Association, Srikakulam, ( Regd.No 2/1964) Srikakulam District Represented by its General Secretary Sri Ponnada Ramu, S/o Late Surayya, Age 53 years. Practicing as Advocate, Srikakulam District Bar Association, Srikakulam. ...Petitioner AND 1. The State of Andhra Pradesh, Rep. by its Special Chief Secretary, Department of Law and Legislature, Government of AP, A.P. Secretariat, Velagapudi, Amaravati, Guntur District, Andhra Pradesh. 11 2. The State of Andhra Pradesh, Rep. by its Special Chief Secretary, Department of Revenue, Government of AP, A.P. Secretariat, Velagapudi, Amaravati, Guntur District, Andhra Pradesh. 3. The State of Andhra Pradesh, Rep. by its Special Chief Secretary, Department of General Administration, Government of AP, A.P. Secretariat, Velagapudi, Amaravati, Guntur District, Andhra Pradesh. ...Respondents Petition under Article 226 of the Constitution of India praying that in the circumstances stated in the affidavit filed therewith, the High Court may be pleased to issue a writ, order or a direction, more particularly one in the nature of WRIT OF MANDAMUS to declare the impugned Andhra Pradesh Land Titling Act, 2022 (Act No.27 of 2023) and also A.P. Gazette Notification in G.O.Ms. No. 630, Revenue (Lands-I), dt. 29-12-2023 has made by the Respondent State of Andhra Pradesh through its Legislature, which is beyond the scope of the legislative competence of the State, provided to it under Entries 18, 45, List II, Schedule VII of the Constitution of India, Ultra vires and unconstitutional being violative of Fundamental Rights Guaranteed under Article 300-A, 14, 19, 21, and the same is repugnant and ultra fires of Articles 246, 251, 252, 254 of the Constitution of India besides lack of legislative competence to enact this impugned Legislation and also contrary to to Several Union laws more particularly The Transfer of Property Act, 1882, the Specific Relief Act, 1963, the Registration Act, 1908, The Indian Stamp Act, 1989, The Hindu Succession Act, 1956, the Indian Succession Act, 1925, the Indian Contract Act, 1872, the Limitation Act, 1963 and the Civil Procedure Code, 1908, and violates the Principles of Natural Justice and the said impugned Legislation ex facies ultra vires to Indian Constitution and consequently to set aside the aforementioned impugned Legislation.e the Andhra Pradesh Land Titling Act, 2022 (Act No.27 of 2023) and also A.P. Gazette Notification in G.O.Ms.No. 630, Revenue (Lands-I), dt. 29-12-2023. 12 lA NO: 1 OF 2024 Petition under Section 151 CPC praying that in the circumstances stated in the affidavit filed in support of the petition, the High Court may be pleased to grant stay of operation of the Andhra Pradesh Land Titling Act, 2022 (Act No.27 of 2023) and also A.P. Gazette Notification in G.O.Ms. No. 630, Revenue (Lands-I), dt. 29-12-2023 issued by the 4 Respondent, pending disposal of the main Writ Petition. lA NO: 2 OF 2024 Petition under Section 151 CPC praying that in the circumstances stated in the affidavit filed in support of the petition, the High Court may be pleased to direct the Respondent State of Andhra Pradesh not to frame and rules in consequence to Andhra Pradesh Land Titling Act, 2022 (Act No.27 of 2023) and also A.P. Gazette Notification in G.O.Ms.No. 630, Revenue (Lands-1), dt. 29-12-2023, pending disposal of the Writ Petition. Counsel for the Petitioner: SRI S SRINIVASA RAO Counsel for the Respondents: SMT S. PRANATHI, LD. SPL. GOVERNMENT PLEADER FOR THE ADVOCATE GENERAL WP(PIL) NO: 54 OF 2024 Between: Gonuguntia Venkat Shiva Sita Rama Anjaneyulu @ G V Anjaneyulu, S/o Gonuguntia Satyanarayana, Aged about 58yrs, Occ. Ex-MLA, President of District Telugu Desham Party, Palnadu District, R/o D.NO.29-378, Kothapet, Vinukonda, Guntur District-522647, Mobile No.966666222, Aadhar No.5088 2153 3095, PAN NO.AEDPG5087J, Bank A/c No.913010012841815-Axis Vinukonda Branch, Guntur District. Card Bank, ...Petitioner AND 1. The State of Andhra Pradesh, Rep., by its Chief Secretary, Secretariat Building, Velagapudi, Amaravathi, Andhra Pradesh 13 2. The State of Andhra Pradesh, Rep. by its Secretary to the Government, Department of Legal and Legislative Affairs and Justice, Law Department, Velagapudi, Amaravathi, Andhra Pradesh. ...Respondents Petition under Section 151 CPC praying that in the circumstances stated in the affidavit filed in support of the petition, the High Court may be pleased to issue a Writ, Order or direction more particularly one in the nature of Writ of Mandamus challenging the Sections 10, 13, 14, 15, 25, 34, 38 and 46 of The Andhra Pradesh Land Titling Act, 2022 (Act No.27/2024), which is illegal, arbitrary and also violation of the Articles 21, 246, 300-A of the Constitution of India and also against the Provisions of the Indian Succession Act, 1925 and also against the guidelines of the Hon’ble Supreme Court, thereby all the Provisions referred above are liable to be declared as Unconstitutional, void ab-initio and Ultra-vires and consequently set aside the same. lA NO: 1 OF 2024 Petition under Section 151 CPC praying that in the circumstances stated in the affidavit filed in support of the petition, the High Court may be pleased to suspend the implementation of Sections 10, 13, 14, 15, 25, 34, 38 & 46 of The Andhra Pradesh Land Titling Act, 2022 (Act No.27/2024). Counsel for the Petitioner: SRI MOHANNAIR RAJEEV KUMAR Counsel for the Respondents: SMT S. PRANATHI, LD. SPL. GOVERNMENT PLEADER FOR THE ADVOCATE GENERAL WP(PIL) NO: 91 OF 2024 Between: Parvathaneni Hah Krishna, S/o. Ramachandra Rao, Aged about 48 years. Occupation Social Service H.No.54-14/8-10, Bharathi Nagar, Vijayawada - 520008 NTR District, Andhra Pradesh Permanent Account Number ACKPP6473C Aadhaar Number 535998752889 Bank Account Number 05710140003714. ...Petitioner AND 14 1. The State of Andhra Pradesh, Rep by its Chief Secretary, Secretariat Buildings, Amavaravti, Guntur District. 2. The State of Andhra Pradesh, Rep by its Principal Secretary Department of Revenue, Stamps and Registration Secretariat Buildings Amaravati, Guntur District. ’ 3. The State of Andhra Pradesh, Rep by its Secretary Department of Legal Affairs, Legislative Affairs and Justice Secretariat Buildings, Amaravati Guntur District. ...Respondonte Petition under Section 151 CPC praying that in the circumstances stated in the affidavit filed in support of the petition, the High Court may be pleased to issue a Writ, Order or direction more particularly in the nature of Writ of Mandamus to the Respondents herein directing a) That The Andhra Pradesh Land Titling Act, 2022 as unreasonable, against the Basic Structure of the Constitution, beyond the competence of the legislature and hence is Ultra Vires of the Constitution as it is against the letter and spirit of constitutional provisions including Article 13, 14, 226, 245, 246, 254 300-A and against binding precedents of the Honourable Apex Court and therefore unconstitutional b) Read down sections 16, 18, 19 and 21 of The Act, 2022 since the said Act as they limit, restrict and abridge vested rights as they are against constitutional provisions and the Basic Structure of the Constitution, c) Read down section 36 of The Act, 2022 and to direct representation for a judicial member(s) as the case may be and, the said judicial members preferably consisting Judge(s) of the Honourable Supreme Court or Honourable High Court. various lA NO: 1 OF 2024 Petition under Section 151 CPC praying that in the circumstances stated in the affidavit filed in support of the petition, the High Court may be pleased direct the respondents not to appoint any official(s) in the Land 15 Titling Authority and/or Land Titling Appellate Authority pending disposal of the above writ petition(PIL). Counsel for the Petitioner: SRI ANANTH.S Counsel for the Respondents: SMT S. PRANATHI, LD. SPL. GOVERNMENT PLEADER FOR THE ADVOCATE GENERAL WRIT PETITION NO: 33763 OF 2023 Between: 1. K.Chidambaram, S/o.Sri K.Veerabhadra Rao Hindu, aged 56 years Occ Senior Advocate R/o. Flat No.3A, 3^^ floor, Raj Residency, Fortune Murali Park Hotel Road, Venkateswarapuram, Labbipet, Vijayawada - 10, NTR District Andhra Pradesh. Muppalla Subba Rao, S/o.Late Sri M.Lakshminarayana Aged 63 years, Occ Advocate R/o.D.No.45-22-20/1 E, Raj Towers Thadi Thota, Rajahmundry East Godavari District, A.P. G.Sudarsana Rao, S/o.Late G.Munneiah Naidu Aged about 55 years, Occ Advocate R/o.D.No.19-12-626, Byragipeta Tirupati Urban Mandal, Tirupati District Andhra Pradesh. 2. 3. ...Petitioners AND The State of Andhra Pradesh, Rep. by Its Chief Secretary, A.P.Secretariat, Velagapudi Arnaravati, Guntur District. The State of Andhra Pradesh, Rep.by its Principal secretary Revenue (Lands-I) Department A.P.Secretariat, Velagapudi Arnaravati, Guntur District. The State of Andhra Pradesh, Rep.by its Principal Secretary Legal, Legislative and Justice, Law Department A.P. Secretariat, Velagapudi, Arnaravati, Guntur District. 1. 2. 3. ...Respondents Petition under Article 226 of the Constitution of India praying that in the circumstances stated in the affidavit fifed therewith, the High Court may be pleased to issue a writ, order or a direction, more particularly one in the nature of WRIT OF MANDAMUS declaring the Andhra Pradesh Land Titling Act, 2022 (Act No.27 of 2023) as unconstitutional being violative of 16 Fundamental Rights Guaranteed under Art.14, 19, 21 and also property rights under Art.300-A of the Constitution of India besides lack of competence to enact such an Enactment and consequently to declare the Act 27/2023 as unconstitutional. lA NO: 1 OF 2023 Petition under Section 151 CPC praying that in the circumstances stated in the affidavit filed in support of the petition, the Fligh Court may be pleased to grant stay of operation of the Andhra Pradesh Land Titling Act, 2022 (Act No.27 of 2023), pending disposal of the main writ petition. Counsel for the Petitioners: SRI YASWANTH GADE Counsel for the Respondents: SMT S. PRANATHI, LD. SPL. GOVERNMENT PLEADER FOR THE ADVOCATE GENERAL WRIT PETITION NO: 22 OF 2024 Between: 1. Gaddam Rajeswara Rao, S/o Madhusudhana Rao, Aged 58 years, Hindu, Occ- Advocate, Member of the Bezawada Bar Association, Ex- Addl. P.P. Association, R/o. 5‘^ Floor, K.P. Mights, Indira Nayak Nagar, Vijayawada Town, Pin-520015, N.T.R District (Present), (Old Krishna District), A.P. 2. Maguluri Hari Babu, S/o Krishna Rao, Aged 45 years, Hindu, Occ, Advocate, Member of A.P High Court Bar Association, R/o. D.No. 1- 21/A, Hussain Nagar, Near Anjaneya Swamy Temple Guntur Town and District, Pin-522402, A.P. 3. Paruchuri Babji, S/o Anjaneyulu, Aged 53 years, Hindu, Occ. Advocate, Member of Bar Association, Ongole, R/o. Flat. No. Ul, Gupthas Lake View Apartment, Kothapet, Ongole Town, Pin-523001, Prakasam District, A.P. 4. Yerramsetty Malathi, W/o Janakiram, Aged 56 years, Hindu, Occ- Advocate, Member of Madanapalle Bar Association, Ex- Addl. P.P., R/o. D.No. 1-543-E, Amineni Street, Madanapalle Town, Pin- 513725, (Old Chittoor District), Annmaiah District (Present), A.P. 5. Lingala Vasudeva Reddy, S/o Narasimha Reddy, Aged 60 years, Hindu, Occ- Advocate, Member of Bar Association, Kadiri, Ex- Addl. P.P., R/o. President of A.P. State Public Prosecutors Welfare 17 D.No. 14-460-Z, Saraswathi Nagar, near Saraswathi vidya Mandir, Hindupur Road, Kadiri Town, (Old Ananthapur District), Pin-515591, Sri Sathya Sai District, A.P. 6. Shaik Rafi Malik, S/o Sabjan, Aged-57 years, Muslim, Occ- Advocate, Member of Nellore Bar Association, Ex- Addl. P.P., R/o. D.No. 23-1- 913, Ramesh Reddy Nagar, Nellore Town, SPSR Nellore District, Pin- 524003, A.P. 7. Sree Ram Rajeev Anand, S/o Jaya Rao, Aged-57 years, Hindu, Occ- Advocate, Member of Guntur Bar Association, Ex. P.P., R/o. D.No. 26- 1-105, Nagaram Palem, Beside K.K.R. Function Plaza, Near Collectorate, Guntur Town & District, Pin-522004, A.P. 8. Katta Kalidas, S/o Brahma Naidu, Aged 58 years, Hindu, Occ- Advocate, Member of Guntur Bar Association, Ex- Addl. P.P., R/o. D.No.30-5-760, Venkata Krishna Apartment, 6/18 Brodipet, Guntur Town 86 District, Pin-522002, A.P. 9. Mallidi. Krishnaiah Naidu, S/o Rangaiah Naidu, Aged 62 years, Hindu, Occ- Advocate, Member of Chittoor Bar Association, R/o. D.No. 22- 233/11, Mango Market Backside, Lawyers Colony, Kattamanchi, Chittoor Town, Pin-517001, Chittoor District, A.P. Lingala Vasudeva Reddy, S/o Narasimha Reddy, Aged 60 years, Hindu, Occ- Advocate, Member of Bar Association, Kadiri, Ex- Addl. P.P., R/o. D.No. 14-460-Z, Saraswathi Nagar, near Saraswathi vidya Mandir, Hindupur Road, Kadiri Town, (Old Ananthapur District), Pin- 515591, Sri Sathya Sai District, A.P. Shaik Rafi Malik, S/o Sabjan, Aged-57 years, Muslim, Occ- Advocate, Member of Nellore Bar Association, Ex- Addl. P.P., R/o. D.No. 23-1-913, Ramesh Reddy Nagar, Nellore Town, SPSR Nellore District, Pin-524003, A.P Sree Ram Rajeev Anand, S/o Jaya Rao, Aged-57 years, Hindu, Occ-Advocate, Member of Guntur Bar Association, Ex. P.P., R/o. D.No. 26-1-105, Nagaram Palem, Beside K.K.R. Function Plaza, Near Collectorate, Guntur Town 86 District, Pin-522004, A.P. Katta Kalidas, S/o Brahma Naidu, Aged 58 years, Hindu, Occ- Advocate, Member of Guntur Bar Association, Ex- Addl. P.P., R/o. D.No.30-5-760, Venkata Krishna Apartment, 6/18 Brodipet, Guntur Town 86 District, Pin-522002, A.P. Paravada Simhachalam Naidu, S/o Demudu Naidu, Aged 56 years, Hindu, Occ- Advocate, Member of Visakhapatnam Bar Association, Ex. P.P., R/o. D.No. 147/5, Flat No. G F-4, Vijaya Prasanthi Paradise, FCI Colony, Ratnagiri HB colony, 0pp. Dr. Rama Rao, P M Palem, Ward-4, GVMC, Visakhapatnam Rural 86 District, Pin- 530041, A.P. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 18 15. Vennela Eswara Rao, S/o Vennela Tatalu, Aged-61 years, Hindu, Occ- Advocate, Member of Gajuwaka Bar Association, Ex- Addl. P.P., R/o. D.No. 6-80-25, Sri Sai Nilayam, Behind Gajuwaka Police Station, Near Sai Baba Temple, Datta Sai Nagar, Gajuwaka, Vizag-26, Visakhapatnam District, A.P. Kampalli Babitha, W/o Prathap Reddy, Aged-49 years, Hindu, Occ- Advocate, Member of Kadapa Bar Association, R/o. Flat No. 305, Jaya Padma Towers, Opposite A.P.S.R.T.C, Bus Stand, Kadapa Town, Pin- 516002, Y.S.R Kadapa District, A.P. Bathuia Rama Kotaiah, S/o. Adinarayana, Aged 49 Years, Hindu, Occ- Advocate, Member of Bar Association, Addanki, R/o. D.No. 3-62, Puttavaripalem Village, Sanatmaguluru Mandal, (old Prakasam District), Bapatia District(Present)-523302, A.P. Inabathina Subba Rao, S/o. Lakshmaiah, Aged 58 Years, Hindu, Occ- Advocate, Member of Bar Association, Ongole, R/o. D.No. 21-149, Gaddalagunta palem, Ongole Town, Prakasam District-523001, A.P. Sayimpu Venkata Mallikharjuna Rao, S/o. Rama Chandraiah, Aged 56 Years, Hindu Occ- Advocate, Member of Bar Association, Ongole, R/o. Flat No. 104, 2"^ floor, BR Residency, Rajeev Nagar, Ongole Town- 523001, Prakasam District, A.P. 16. 17. 18. 19. ...Petitioners AND 1. The State of Andhra Pradesh, Rep. by its Chief Secretary, A.P. Secretariat, Velagapudi Amaravati, Guntur District, Andhra Pradesh. 2. The State of Andhra Pradesh, Rep.by its Principal secretaryRevenue (Lands-I) Department A.P. Secretariat, Velagapudi Amaravati, Guntur District, Andhra Pradesh. 3. The State of Andhra Pradesh, Rep.by its Principal Secretary Legal, Legislative and Justice, Law Department A.P. Secretariat, Velagapudi, Amaravati Guntur District, Andhra Pradesh. 4. The State of Andhra Pradesh, Rep. by its Special Chief Secretary to Government, Revenue Department, Secretariat Buildings, Velagapudi Village, Thullur Mandal, Amaravati, Guntur District, Andhra Pradesh. 5. The Union of India, Rep. by Principal Secretary, Department of Law, Justice and Legislative Affairs, 8^'^ Level, C-Wing, Delhi Secretariat, Players Building, I.P Estate, New Delhi, 110002. ...Respondents 19 Petition under Article 226 of the Constitution of India praying that in the circumstances stated in the affidavit filed therewith, the High Court may be pleased to issue a writ, order or a direction, more particularly one in the nature of WRIT OF MANDAMUS declaring the Andhra Pradesh Land Titling Act, 2022 (Act No.27 of 2023) and also A.P. Gazette Notification in G.O.Ms. No. 630, Revenue (Lands-I), dt. 29-12-2023 issued by the 4‘^ Respondent as beyond the scope of the legislative competence of the State, provided to it under Entries 18, 45, List II, Schedule VII of the Constitution of India, Ultra vires and unconstitutional being violative of Fundamental Rights Guaranteed under Article 14, 19, 21, 246, 251, 252, 254 and also property rights under Article 300-A of the Constitution of India besides lack of competence to enact such an Enactment and consequently to nullify the effect of the said Act and also against to the guidelines of the Hon’ble Supreme Court of India, without following the process of Law, as arbitrary, illegal, unjust and against to principles of natural justice, consequently to set aside those proceedings and to consequently direct the Respondents not to implement the Andhra Pradesh Land Titling Act, 2022 (Act No.27 of 2023) and also A.P. Gazette Notification in G.O.Ms. No. 630, Revenue (Lands-I), dt. 29-12- 2023. lA NO: 1 OF 2024 Petition under Section 151 CPC praying that in the circumstances stated in the affidavit filed in support of the petition, the High Court may be pleased to grant stay of operation of the Andhra Pradesh Land Titling Act, 2022 (Act No.27 of 2023) and also A.P. Gazette Notification in G.O.Ms. No. 630, Revenue (Lands- I), dt. 29-12-2023 issued by the 4^^ Respondent, pending disposal of the main Writ Petition. lA NO: 2 OF 2024 Petition under Section 151 CPC praying that in the circumstances stated in the affidavit filed in support of the petition, the High Court may be 20 pleased to direct the Learned Civil Courts below not to return the Suits involving the disputes over immovable properties, to receive and number the suits as per procedural law, by suspending the operation of the Andhra Pradesh Land Titling Act, 2022 (Act No.27 of 2023), pending disposal of the Writ Petition. Counsel for the Petitioners: SRI SS RAMA KRISHNA PRASAD Counsel for the Respondents: SMT S. PRANATHI, LD. SPL. GOVERNMENT PLEADER FOR THE ADVOCATE GENERAL WRIT PETITION NO: 23 OF 2024 Between: 1. The Narasaraopet Bar Association, (Regd. No.88/86), Court Complex, Narasaraopet Town, Pin-522601, Palnadu District (Present) (Old Guntur District), A.P. Rep. by its Secretary, Abburi Yedukondalu, S/o Peraiah, Aged 47 years, Hindu, Occ- Advocate, R/o. D.No. 4-48B, Ramaalayam Bazar, Gundepalli Village, Ipur Mandal, Pin-522658, Palnadu District (Present), (Old Guntur District), A.P. 2. The Bar Association, Gurazala, (Regd. No. 189/90), Court Complex, Gurazala Town, Pin-522415, Palnadu District (Present) (Old Guntur District), A.P. Rep. by its General Secretary, Kota Srinivasa Rao, S/o Ranga Rao, Aged 43 years, Hindu, Occ- Advocate, R/o. Flat No. 409, 4'^ Floor, Sai Nivas Apartments, Gurazala Town & Mandal, Pin-522415, Palnadu District (Present), (Old Guntur District), A.P. 3. The Bar Association, Addanki, Court Complex, Addanki Town, Pin- 523201, Bapatia District (Present), (Old Prakasam District), A.P. Rep. by its President, Murakonda Chandra Sekhar, S/o. Veera Raghavaiah, Aged 51 years, Hindu, Occ- Advocate, R/o. D. No. 7-93A, Chakal’i Palem, Addanki Town and, Mandal Bapatia District (Present), (Old Prakasam District), A.P. ...Petitioners AND 1. The State of Andhra Pradesh, Rep. by its Chief Secretary, A.P. Secretariat, Veiagapudi Amaravati, Guntur District, Andhra Pradesh. 21 The State of Andhra Pradesh, Rep.by its Principal Secretary, Revenue (Lands-I) Department A.P. Secretariat, Velagapudi Amaravati, Guntur District, Andhra Pradesh. The State of Andhra Pradesh, Rep.by its Principal Secretary, Legal, Legislative and Justice, Law Department, A.P. Secretariat, Velagapudi, Amaravati Guntur District, Andhra Pradesh. The State of Andhra Pradesh, Rep. by its Special Chief Secretary to Government. Revenue Department, Secretariat Buildings, Velagapudi Village, Thullur Mandal, Amaravati, Guntur District, Andhra Pradesh. The Union of India, Rep. by Principal Secretary, Department of Law, Justice and Legislative Affairs, 8**^ Level, C-Wing, Delhi Secretariat, Players Building, I.P Estate, New Delhi, 110002. 2. 3. 4. 5. ^..Respondents Petition under Article 226 of the Constitution of India praying that in the circumstances stated in the affidavit filed therewith, the High Court may be pleased to issue a writ, order or a direction, more particularly one in the nature of WRIT OF MANDAMUS declaring the Andhra Pradesh Land Titling Act, 2022 (Act No.27 of 2023) and also A.P. Gazette Notification in G.O.Ms. No. 630, Revenue (Lands-I), dt. 29-12-2023 issued by the 4^^ Respondent as beyond the scope of the legislative competence of the State, provided to it under Entries 18, 45, List 11, Schedule VII of the Constitution of India, Ultra vires and unconstitutional being violative of Fundamental Rights Guaranteed under Article 14, 19, 21, 246, 251, 252, 254 and also property rights under Article 300-A of the Constitution of India besides lack of competence to enact such an Enactment and consequently to nullify the effect of the said Act and also against to the guidelines of the Hon’ble Supreme Court of India, without following the process of Law, as arbitrary, illegal, unjust and against to principles of natural Justice, consequently to set aside those proceedings and to consequently direct the Respondents not to implement the Andhra Pradesh Land Titling Act, 2022 (Act No.27 of 2023) and also A.P. Gazette Notification in G.O.Ms.No.630, Revenue (Lands-I), dt. 29-12-2023. 22 lA NO: 1 OF 2024 Petitfon under Section 151 CPC praying that in the circumstances stated in the affidavit filed in support of the petition, the High Court may be pleased to grant stay of operation of the Andhra Pradesh Land Titling Act, 2022 (Act No.27 of 2023) and also A.P. Gazette Notification in G.O.Ms. No. 630, Revenue (Lands-1), dt. 29-12-2023 issued by the 4*^ Respondent, pending disposal of the main Writ Petition. lA NO: 2 OF 2024 Petition under Section 151 CPC praying that in the circumstances stated in the affidavit filed in support of the petition, the High Court may be pleased to direct the Learned Civil Courts below not to return the Suits involving the disputes over immovable properties, to receive and number the suits as per procedural law, by suspending the operation of the Andhra Pradesh Land Titling Act, 2022 (Act No.27 of 2023), pending disposal of the Writ Petition. Counsel for the Petitioners: SRI SS RAMA KRISHNA PRASAD Counsel for the Respondents: SMT S. PRANATHI, LD. SPL. GOVERNMENT PLEADER FOR THE ADVOCATE GENERAL WRIT PETITION NO: 416 OF 2024 Between: 1. Nimmakayala Chandra Reddy, S/o. N.Rami Reddy, Aged about 43 years, R/o. 4/194. Adinimmayapalli, Vallur, Kadapa District. Andhra Pradesh. 2. K.B.Setty, S/o K. Subrahmanyan Setty, Aged about 76 years, R/o. D.No.4/445. Bapuji Road. Aravindha Nagar, Kadapa District. Andhra Pradesh. 3. Devireddy Bharathi, W/o. Devireddy Maheswara Reddy, Aged about 64 years, R/o. D.No.3/376. Nayaksaheb Street, Kadapa District, Andhra Pradesh. ...Petitioners AND 23 1. The State of Andhra Pradesh, Rep. by its Law and Legislative Affairs Department. Secretariat Buildings, Velagapudi, Amaravathi. Guntur District, Andhra Pradesh. 2. The State of Andhra Pradesh, Rep. by its Revenue (Lands-I) Department, Secretariat Buildings, Velagapudi, Amaravathi, Guntur District, Andhra Pradesh. 3. The State of Andhra Pradesh, Rep. by its Chief Secretary, Secretariat Buildings, Velagapudi, Amaravathi, Guntur District. Andhra Pradesh. 4. The State of Andhra Pradesh, Rep. by its General Administration Department, Secretarial Buildings, Velagapudi, Amaravathi, Guntur District, Andhra Pradesh. ...Respondents Petition under Article 226 of the Constitution of India praying that in the circumstances stated in the affidavit filed therewith, the High Court may be pleased to issue a writ, order or direction particularly one in the nature of Writ of Mandamus to declare the Andhra Pradesh Land Titling Act, 2023 (Act No.27 of 2023) published in Andhra Pradesh Gazette No.27 Part IV-B dated 17.10.2023 and enforced through G.O.Ms.No.512 dated 01.11.2023 issued by the Respondent No.2 as null and void, fundamentally defective, manifestly arbitrary, capricious, irrational, whimsical, per se illegal, manifest arbitrary exercise of Legislative Power, ultra vires, premature, disproportionate, unreasonable, dehors Legislative Competence and Determining Principle. Colourable Legislation, opposed to Democratic and Social justice and the doctrine of 'Separation of Powers, Repugnancy, Occupied Field, 'Rule of Law ,Preamble and Basic Structure of Constitution, Pith and Substance, and LisPendens', contrary to Specific Relief Act, 1963, Code of Civil Procedure, 1908, Indian Evidence Act, 1872, Registration Act, 1908, Limitation Act, 1963, Revenue Board Standing Orders, Land Acquisition Act, 2013, Indian Stamps Act, 1899, Transfer of Property Act, A.P. Inams Abolition Act, A.P. Estate Abolition Act, Madras Revenue Code, Andhra Pradesh Survey and Boundaries Act, 1923, Andhra Pradesh Pattadar Passbooks Act, 1971 and Rules made thereunder and besides 24 being dehors application of mind and violative of Principles of Natural Justice and Articles 14, 19, 21, 50, 246, 251, 254 and 300-A of the Constitution of India. lA NO: 1 OF 2024 Petition under Section 151 CPC praying that in the circumstances stated in the affidavit filed in support of the petition, the High Court may be pleased to suspend the operation of G.O.Ms.No.512 dated 01.11.2023 issued by the Respondent No.2. Counsel for the Petitioner: SRI PAVAN KUMAR ANNABATHUNI Counsel for the Respondents: SMT S. PRANATHI, LD. SPL. GOVERNMENT PLEADER FOR THE ADVOCATE GENERAL WRIT PETITION NO: 1181 OF 2024 Between: Tadepalli Mary Sushma, W/o Tadepalli Yamunababu, Aged about 33 years. Dr. No. 2-85, Peddapurappadu, Karapa Mandal, Kakinada District, Andhra Pradesh-533462 ...Petitioner AND 1. The State of Andhra Pradesh, Rep. by its Chief Secretary, Secretariat Building, Velagapudi, Amaravati, Andhra Pradesh. 2. The State of Andhra Pradesh, Rep. by its Principal Secretary, Revenue Department, Velagapudi, Amaravati, Andhra Pradesh. 3. The State of Andhra Pradesh, Rep. by its Secretary to the Government, Department of Legal and Legislative Affairs and Justice, Law Department, Velagapudi, Amaravati, Andhra Pradesh. ...Respondents Petition under Article 226 of the Constitution of India praying that in the circumstances stated in the affidavit filed therewith, the High Court may be pleased to issue an appropriate Writ or order or direction more 25 particularly a Writ in the nature of Writ of Mandamus declaring, that the State of Andhra Pradesh has no legislative competence in enacting the Act No. 27 of 2023 i.e., the Andhra Pradesh Land Titiing Act, 2022 and consequently, set aside the Andhra Pradesh Land Titling Act, 2022 (published in A.P. Gazette on 17.10.2023) and G.O.Ms.No. 512, Rev (Lands-1) Dept dated 01.11.2023 and pass such other order or orders as this Hon'ble Court may deem fit and proper in the circumstances of the case. For the afore-said reasons, it is prayed that this Hon'ble Court may be pleased to issue an appropriate Writ or order or direction more particularly a Writ in the nature of Writ of Mandamus to declare that the provisions of the Act, more particularly. Sections 6-9, 11-16, 18, 22, 24-25, 28, 37-38, 46, 49-51,54, 56 and 67 r/w Schedule Part l-IV are violative to the basic structure doctrine and Article 14 of Constitution of India and other settled principles of law and consequently, set aside the Andhra Pradesh Land Titling Act, 2022 (published in A.P. Gazette on 17.10.2023) and G.O.Ms.No. 512, Rev (Lands-1) Dept dated 01.11.2023 and pass such other order or orders as this Hon'ble Court may deem fit and proper in the circumstances of the case. For the afore-said reasons, it is prayed that this Hon'ble Court may be pleased to issue an appropriate Writ or order or direction more particularly a Writ in the nature of Writ of Mandamus to declare that the Act suffers from excessive delegation contrary to the settled principles of law and consequently, set aside the Andhra Pradesh Land Titling Act, 2022 (published in A.P. Gazette on 17.10.2023) and G.O.Ms.No. 512, Rev (Lands-1) Dept dated 01.11.2023 and pass such other order or orders as this Hon'ble Court may deem fit and proper in the circumstances of the case. For the afore-said reasons, it is prayed that this Hon'ble Court may be pleased to issue an appropriate Writ or order or direction more particularly a Writ in the nature of Writ of Mandamus to alternatively, declare that the present enactment imposes an embargo upon the Civil Courts and the other competent Courts are entitled to proceed with or take-up fresh suits irrespective of the present enactment i.e.. Act No. 27 of 2023 being bought 26 into force and consequently direct the civil courts to proceed with the existing and taking up the fresh suit. lA NO: 1 OF 2024 Petition under Section 151 CPC praying that in the circumstances stated in the affidavit fited in support of the petition, the High Court may be pleased to suspend and stay the operation of the Andhra Pradesh Land Titling Act. 2022 published in A.P. Gazette on 17.10.2023) and G.O.Ms.No. 512, Rev (Lands-1) Dept dated 01.11.2023. lA NO: 2 OF 2024 Petition under Section 151 CPC praying that in the circumstances stated in the affidavit filed in support of the petition, the High Court may be pleased to modify the interim order dated 03.01.2024 passed by this Hon'ble Court making it abundantly clear that the Act No. 27 of 2023 does not impose any bar upon the Civil Court even after the provisions of the Act are given effect. Counsel for the Petitioner: M/s MEKALA ANUSHA Counsel for the Respondents: SMT S. PRANATHI, LD. SPL. GOVERNMENT PLEADER FOR THE ADVOCATE GENERAL WRIT PETITION NO: 3418 OF 2024 Between: 1. Kalisetti Ravi Babu, S/o Late Apparao, Age 56 years, Occ Practicing Advocate at Vizianagaram District Bar Association, Plat No.1, Sai Enclave, Bandarupalli Gardens Ring Road, Vizianagaram. 2. Lekkala Sankara Rao, S/o.Lekkala Satyaam, Age 38 years Occ Practicing Advocate at Vizianagaram District Bar Association, R/o H.No 2-55, Kalagada, Jami, Vizianagaram Pin 535250 3. Mesala Murali, Age 42 years, Occ Practicing Advocate at Vizianagaram District Bar Association, R/o D.No. 1-1, Ayinada, Visakhapatnam. 27 4. Lenka Srinivas, Age 38 years, Occ:Practicing Advocate at Vizianagarann District Bar Association. R/oD.No.8-31-50/1, Sai Nagar, Thotapalem, Vizianagaram. 5. Kalisetty Tejeeswar, S/o Ravi Babu, Age 28 years, Occ Practicing Advocate at Vizianagaram District Bar Association Flat no.I Sai Enclave Bandarpalli, Gardens, Ring Road, Vizianagaram. 6. Potnuru Ganesh kumar, S/o Narannayudu, Age 38 years, Occ Practicing Advocate at Vizianagaram District Beit Association, D.no.3- 336,Telaga Street, Satyanarayana Puram, Rajam, Vizianagaram District. 7. Badukonda Rambabu, Age 28 years, Occ Practicing Advocate at Vizianagaram District Bar Association, R/o Ramalayam Veedhi, Badukonda Peta, Chelluru, Bandukorrda Peta Vizianagaram. 8. Korada Paidi Naidu, Age 60 years, Occ Practicing Advocate at Vizianagaram District Bar Association 48, Korada Street Rural, Atmaramuni Agraheiram, Vizianagaram. 9. Rayala Chandra Rao, Age 34 years, Occ Practicing Advocate at Vizianagaram District Bar Association, Mallampeta, Bobbin, Vizianagaram. Kotia Rama Krishna Sasidhar, Age 33 years, Occ: Practicing Advocate at Vizianagaram District Bar Association, R/o D.No.3-130, Cheluvuru, Vizianagaram. 10. ...Petitioners AND 1. The State of Andhra Pradesh, Rep. by its Special Chief Secretary, Department of Law and Legislature, Government of AP, A.P. Secretariat, Velagapudi, Amaravati, Guntur District, Andhra Pradesh. 2. The State of Andhra Pradesh, Rep. by its Special Chief Secretary, Department of Revenue, Government of AP, A.P. Secretariat, Velagapudi, Amaravati, Guntur District, Andhra Pradesh. 3. The State of Andhra Pradesh, Rep. by its Special Chief Secretary, Departmentof General Administration,Governmentof AP, A.P. Secretariat, Velagapudi, Amaravati, Guntur District, Andhra Pradesh. ...Respondents Petition under Article 226 of the Constitution of India praying that in the circumstances stated in the affidavit filed therewith, the High Court may be pleased to issue a writ, order or a direction, more particularly one in the 28 nature of WRIT OF MANDAMUS to declare the impugned Andhra Pradesh Land Titling Act. 2022 (Act No.27 of 2023) has made by the Respondent State of Andhra Pradesh through its Legislaturerwhich is beyond the scope of the legislative competence of the State, provided to it under Entries 18, Schedule VII of the Constitution of India. Ultra and unconstitutional being violative of vires Fundamental Rights Guaranteed under Article 300-A, 14,19,21, and the same is repugnant and ultra fires of Articles 246, 251, 252, 254 of the Constitution of India besides lack of legislative competence to enact this impugned Legislation and also contrary to to Several Union laws more particularly The Transfer of Property Act, 1882, the Specific Relief Act, 1963, the Registration Act, 1908, The Indian Stamp Act, 1989, The Hindu Succession Act, 1956, the Indian Succession Act. 1925, the Indian Contract Act, 1872, the Limitation Act, 1963 and the Civil Procedure Code, 1908, and violates the Principles of Natural Justice and the said impugned Legislation ex facies ultra vires to Indian Constitution and consequently to set aside the aforementioned impugned Legislation i.e. the Andhra Pradesh Land Titling Act. 2022 (Act No.27 of 2023). 45, List II, lA NO: 1 OF 2024 Petition under Section 151 CPC praying that in the circumstances stated in the affidavit filed in support of the petition, the High Court may be pleased to grant stay of operation of the Andhra Pradesh Land Titling Act, 2022 (Act No.27 of 2023) pending disposal of the above writ petition. Counsel for the Petitioner: SRI S SRINIVASA RAO Counsel for the Respondents: GP FOR REVENUE WRIT PETITION NO: 3754 OF 2024 Between: The Visakhapatnam Bar Association, ( Regd No. 5/1933 ), Prakash Rao Peta Judge Court, Visakhapatnam. A.P.-530020 Rep by its Secretary Pyla Srinivasa Rag S/o P. Pydi Naidu, Hindu, aged 55 years Occ / 29 Advocate, R/at D.No. 12-60-17(5), Dayal Nagar Near Petrol Bunk, Pedagantyada, Visakhapatnam, A.P.-530026. ...Petitioner AND 1. The State of Andhra Pradesh, Rep by its Chief Secretary, A.P. Secretariat, Velagapudi, Amaravati, Guntur District, Andhra Pradesh. 2. The State of Andhra Pradesh, Rep by its Principal Secretary, Revenue(Lands-l) Department, A.P. Secretariat, Velagapudi Amaravati Guntur District, Andhra Pradesh. 3. The State of Andhra Pradesh, Rep. by its Principal Secretary Legal, Legislative and Justice, Law Department, A.P. Secretariat, Velagapudi, Amaravati, Guntur District, Andhra Pradesh. 4. The State of Andhra Pradesh, Rep. by its Special Chief Secretary to Government, Revenue Department, Secretariat Buildings Velagapudi village, Thullur Mandal, Amaravati Guntur District, Andhra Pradesh. 5. The Union of India, Rep. by its Principal Secretary, Departmentof Law, Justice and Legislative Affairs, 8*^ Level, C-Wing, Delhi Secretariat, Players Building, I.P. Estate, New Delhi, India-110002. ...Respondents Petition under Article 226 of the Constitution of India praying that in the circumstances stated in the affidavit filed therewith, the High Court may be pleased to issue a writ, order or direction more particularly one in the nature of WRIT OF MANDAMUS declaring the Andhra Pradesh Land Titling Act 2022 (Act No.27 of 2023 issued by the 4**^ respondent as beyond the scope of the Legislative competence of the state, provided to it under entries 18, 45, List II, Schedule VII of the Constitution of India, ultra vires and unconstitutional being violative of Fundamental Rights Guaranteed under Articles 14, 19, 21, 246, 251,252, 254 and also property rights under Article 300-A of the Constitution of India besides lack of competence to enact such an enactment and consequently to nullify the effect of the said Act and also against to the guidelines of the Hon'ble Supreme Court of India, without following the process of law, as arbitrary, illegal, unjust and against to Principles of Natural Justice, consequently set aside those proceedings and 30 to consequently direct the Respondents not to implement the Andhra Pradesh Land Titling act 2022 (Act No.27 of 2023). lA NO: 1 OF 2024 Petition under Section 151 CPC praying that in the circumstances stated in the affidavit filed in support of the petition, the High Court may be pleased to grant stay of operation of the Andhra Pradesh Land Titling Act 2022 (Act No. 27 of 2023) and also A.P. Gazette Notification in G.O.Ms. No. 630, Revenue (lands-l), dt. 29-12-2023 issued by the 4*^ Respondent, pending disposal of the main Writ Petition. Counsel for the Petitioners: SRI K SAIRAM MURTHY Counsel for the Respondents: SMT S. PRANATHI, LD. SPL. GOVERNMENT PLEADER FOR THE ADVOCATE GENERAL The Court made the following common order: IN THE HIGH COURT OF ANDHRA PRADESH AT AMARAVATI Bench Sr.Nos:-19 to 35 [3483] APHC010647362023 WP{PIL) NO: 215 of 2023 along with W.P(PIL).Nos.216 of 2023, 2, 3, 7, 9, 23, 30, 54 & 91 of 2024 & W.P.Nos.33763 of 2023, 22, 23, 416, 1181, 3418 & 3754 of 2024 The District Bar Asspciation, Kurnool ...Petitioner Vs. The State of Andhra Pradesh and others ...Respondents Advocate for petitioners Sri Y. Balaji, Sri Madhava Rao Nalluri, Sri Yaswanth Gade, Sri G. Arun Showri, Sri N. Ashwani Kumar, Sri Sanku Durga Ramachandra Rao, Sri S. S. Rama Krishna Prasad, Sri K. Kranti Chaitanya, Sri S. Srinivasa Rao, Sri Mohannair Rajeev Kumar, Sri S. Ananth, Sri Pavan Kumar Annabathuni, Ms. Mekala Anusha, Sri K. Sairam Murthy. Smt S. Pranathi, learned Special Government Pleader. Advocate for respondents CORAM :THE CHIEF JUSTICE DHIRAJ SINGH THAKUR SRI JUSTICE RAVI CHEEMALAPATI DATE : 26th March 2025 P C : In view of the Andhra Pradesh Land Titling Repeal Act, 2024, learned counsel for the parties agree that the present petitions have become infructuous. 2 2. The proceedings are, accordingly, closed. No order as to costs. Pending miscellaneous applications, if any, shall stand closed. SD/- K SRINIVASA RAJU ASSISTANT REGISTRAR SEC®ir6^FICER //TRUE COPY// To, 1. One CC to Sri K Sairam Murthy, Advocate [OPUC] One CC to Sri S Srinivasa Rao, Advocate [OPUC] One CC to M/s Mekala Anusha, Advocate [OPUC] One CC to Sri Pavan Kumar Annabathuni, Advocate [OPUC] One CC to Sri SS Rama Krishna Prasad, Advocate [OPUC] One CC to M/s Yaswanth Gade, Advocate [OPUC] One CC to Sri Ananth S, Advocate [OPUC] 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. One CC to Sri Mohannair Rajeev Kumar, Advocate [OPUC] One CC to Sri K Kranti Chaitanya, Advocate [OPUC] One CC to Sri Sanku Durga Ramachandra Rao, Advocate 9. 10. [OPUC] 11. One CC to Sri N Ashwani Kumar, Advocate [OPUC] One CC to Sri Arun Showri G, Advocate [OPUC] One CC to Sri Madhava Rao Nalluri, Advocate [OPUC] One CC to Sri Y Balaji, Advocate [OPUC] Two CCs to The Advocate General, High Court of Andhra Pradesh. [OUT] Two CCs to GP for Revenue, High Court of Andhra Pradesh. 12. 13. 14. 15. 16. [OUT] 17. Two CCs to GP for General Administration, High Court of Andhra Pradesh. [OUT] Two CCs to GP for Law Legislative Affairs, High Court of Andhra Pradesh. [OUT] Two CCs to Special Government Pleader, High Court of Andhra Pradesh. [OUT] Two CD Copies 18. 19. 20. RAM 32 HIGH COURT DATED:26/03/2025 COMMON ORDER WP(PiL) No: 215 of 2023 along with W.P(PIL).Nos.216 of 2023, 2, 3, 7, 9, 23, 30, 54 & 91 of 2024 & W.P.Nos.33763 of 2023, 22, 23, 416, 1181, 3418 & 3754 of 2024 CLOSING ALL THE WP(PIL)’s WRIT PETITIONS WITHOUT COSTS