HONOURABLE SRI JUSTICE L. NARASIMHA REDDY WRIT PETITION No.3683 OF 2011 ORDER: The petitioner was selected as a Distributor for LPG for Makkuva Village, Vizianagarm District, on consideration of his application, dated 30-04-2010. The selection was on the basis of drawl of lots. However, the selection of the petitioner was cancelled through proceedings, dated 20-12-2010, alleging that the place selected by the petitioner is not accessible and that the physically handicapped certificate produced by the petitioner, cannot be acted upon since its validity period of 3 years has been expired. The petitioner feels aggrieved by the proceedings, dated 20-12-2010. 2. Heard the learned Counsel for the petitioner and the learned Counsel for the respondents. 3. It is a matter on record that the petitioner was selected as a Dealer for Distribution of LPG on drawl of lots. It may be true that mere selection on the basis of drawl of lots cannot add finality to the selection. The respondents have every right to verify the relevant facts. However, if any adverse opinion is to be formed against the petitioner, the respondents are under obligation to put the petitioner on notice and seek clarification through written notice. Straightway the impugned notice was issued alleging two remarks against the petitioner. The impugned notice is violative of principles of natural justice. 4. Hence, the Writ Petition is allowed, setting aside the impugned order. It is left open to respondents to issue notice to the petitioner and pass appropriate orders on consideration of the explanation that may be submitted by the petitioner. There shall be no order as to costs. _____________________ L. NARASIMHA REDDY, J. February 21, 2011. Note: Issue CC in one week. B/O. KTL