DEEPAK KUMAR 2026.07.21 16:21 I attest to the accuracy and integrity of this document CWP-18277-2019 (O&M) -2- been declared a chronic defaulter by the Samiti, the said order should not be considered. 3. In the considered opinion of this Court, once the comparative merits of the candidates are to be taken into consideration, default by the private respondent in repayment of loan availed from Cooperative Society that too for 10 months cannot be brushed aside only by saying that he has not been declared as chronic defaulter. 4. In view of above, this Court finds that the orders passed by the Financial Commissioner cannot be sustained. The same is hereby set aside. The order passed by the Commissioner is restored. 5. Parties to appear before the Collector on 24.08.2026. 6. Collector shall assess the candidates on their comparative merits and proceed in accordance with law. 7. The present writ petition is disposed off accordingly. 8. Pending application, if any, shall also stand disposed off. July 15, 2026 (Pankaj Jain) Dpr Judge Whether speaking/reasoned : Yes/No Whether reportable : Yes/No DEEPAK KUMAR 2026.07.21 16:21 I attest to the accuracy and integrity of this document