Hettiarachchige Rukman Nilantha Muruththetiya vs. Millawitiya Gamaethiralalage Dingiri Menike – CA 358/2013-2014

In the case between Hettiarachchige Rukman Nilantha Muruththetiya (Petitioner) and Millawitiya Gamaethiralalage Dingiri Menike and others (Respondents), the court addressed the issue of withdrawal of a writ application pertaining to a land redemption inquiry (No. DR 2951). It was determined that the petitioner’s request to withdraw the application—while reserving the right to file afresh if necessary—should be allowed. The application was accordingly dismissed without any order as to costs, confirming the discretionary authority of the court to permit such withdrawal under writ jurisdiction. The decision underscored the principle that procedural rights of parties may be preserved upon withdrawal, where circumstances justify such an order.

Anil Gooneratne J. — Upon notification by counsel