(1.) The factual aspects projected in this Writ Petition (Civil) is as follows:
(2.) In the light of these averments and contentions, the petitioners have filed the instant Writ Petition (Civil) with the following prayers:
(3.) Heard Sri.Babu Joseph Kuruvathazha, learned counsel appearing for the petitioners, Sri.Saigi Jacob Palatty, learned Senior Government Pleader appearing for respondents 1 to 4 and Sri.V.Krishna Menon, learned Standing Counsel appearing for the 5 th respondent- Kozhikode Municipal Corporation.