W.N.R. Perera Vs. Secretary, Mirigama Pradheshiya Sabha, and others – 382/2019-2021

In the case between W.N.R. Perera (Petitioner) and the Secretary, Mirigama Pradheshiya Sabha, and others (Respondents), the court addressed the issue of whether writs of mandamus, certiorari, and prohibition under Article 140 of the Constitution should be granted in respect of certain administrative actions by the respondents. The application was rendered unnecessary due to developments occurring after its filing, leading petitioner’s counsel to seek withdrawal of the application. It was held that the application should be dismissed pro-forma, expressly reserving the right for the petitioner to file a new application regarding subsequent matters. The decision reaffirms the principle that a withdrawal of an application with liberty to file afresh does not bar future proceedings on new groun