State Govt Can Issue Removal Notice To Mayor U/S 679-B Of A.P. Municipal Corporation Act Despite Procedure U/S 23-D Not Being Followed: Andhra Pradesh High Court

In a significant ruling, the Andhra Pradesh High Court clarified the application of Section 679-B and Section 23-D of the Andhra Pradesh Municipal Corporations Act, 1955, stating that both provisions operate in distinct domains. The case arose from a dispute involving the Mayor of Kadapa Municipal Corporation, who challenged a show cause notice issued by the State Government for alleged irregularities in awarding municipal works. Background of the case The…