C.M.P.No.4699 of 2026 in C.M.A.Sr.No.21939 of 2026 N.ANAND VENKATESH, J This petition has been filed seeking condonation of delay of 977 days in preferring the above appeal. 2. Heard learned counsel for petitioner and learned counsel for second respondent. 3. Satisfied with the reasons assigned in the affidavit filed in support of the petition, this petition is allowed and the delay of 977 days in preferring the above appeal is condoned. 4. Registry is directed to number the appeal, if it is otherwise in order and post it for admission in due course. Registry is also directed to print the name of Mr.M.Sivakumar, learned counsel for second respondent, at the time of admission. It is made clear that the petitioner will not be entitled for interest for the delay period in the event of enhancement of compensation. 07.07.2026 gm https://www.mhc.tn.gov.in/judis