IN THE SUPREME COURT OF INDIA / HIGH COURT OF [STATE]
ORIGINAL CIVIL JURISDICTION
PUBLIC INTEREST LITIGATION WRIT PETITION NO. [●] OF 20[●]
In the matter of:
Article 32 / Article 226 of the Constitution of India
In the matter of Public Interest Litigation:
1. [Name of Petitioner]
Address: [●]
Occupation: [●]
… Petitioner
Versus
1. Union of India
Through Secretary, Ministry of [concerned Ministry, e.g., Environment, Health, etc.],
Government of India, New Delhi.
… Respondent No. 1
2. State Government of [State Name]
Through Chief Secretary, [State Government Office, State Capital]
… Respondent No. 2
PETITION UNDER ARTICLE 32 / ARTICLE 226 OF THE CONSTITUTION OF INDIA
SEEKING ISSUANCE OF A WRIT, ORDER OR DIRECTION IN THE NATURE OF
MANDAMUS / CERTIORARI OR ANY OTHER APPROPRIATE WRIT FOR [ISSUE
AT HAND]
To,
The Hon’ble Chief Justice and His/Her Companion Justices of the Supreme Court of India / High
Court of [State].
MOST RESPECTFULLY SHOWETH:
1. INTRODUCTION AND BRIEF FACTS
This Public Interest Litigation (PIL) is filed by the Petitioner under Article 32 / Article
226 of the Constitution of India in the interest of the public at large to address the issue of
[describe the issue, e.g., environmental degradation, public health hazard, violation of
fundamental rights, etc.]. The petitioner has no personal interest in the matter and is
acting solely for the benefit of the public and the protection of their rights.
2. PARTICULARS OF THE PETITIONER
The petitioner, [Name], aged [age], is a resident of [place] and engaged in [occupation or
describe as "a social activist," etc.]. The petitioner has been actively involved in issues
concerning public welfare and has previously [mention any relevant experience, if
applicable].
3. CAUSE OF ACTION
The cause of action for filing this petition arises out of [describe the triggering event or
ongoing issue, e.g., a recent government notification, ongoing harm to a community,
etc.]. Despite repeated representations and grievances raised by the public and the
petitioner, no adequate action has been taken by the Respondents to address the issue.
4. GROUNDS
The petitioner is approaching this Hon'ble Court on the following grounds:
o Violation of Fundamental Rights: [Explain how the fundamental rights, such as
Articles 14, 19, and 21, are being violated.]
o Failure to Enforce Laws: [Mention relevant laws or constitutional provisions
that have not been enforced, e.g., environmental regulations, consumer protection
statutes, etc.]
o Public Harm: [Explain how the issue is affecting the public at large and why
judicial intervention is necessary.]
5. PRAYER
In view of the above facts and circumstances, it is most respectfully prayed that this
Hon'ble Court may be pleased to:
a) Issue a Writ of Mandamus directing the Respondents to take immediate and effective
action for [specific relief sought, e.g., halting a harmful project, enforcing environmental
protections, etc.].
b) Issue appropriate directions to the Respondents to [mention any policy or framework
sought to address the issue, if applicable].
c) Direct the Respondents to submit a report to this Hon'ble Court on the steps taken to
resolve the issue.
d) Pass any other order(s) this Hon'ble Court may deem fit and proper in the interest of
justice.
PLACE: [City]
DATE: [Date]
[Signature]
[Petitioner's Name]
(Petitioner in Person / Through Advocate)
