Laxmi Verma vs State Of Maharashtra & Ors

The Supreme Court interpreted Section 41(2) of the Maharashtra Municipal Councils, Nagar Panchayats and Industrial Townships Act, 1965, clarifying that a resignation by a Councillor is only effective if delivered in person to the Collector and signed in their presence. The Court held that the resignation of Respondent No. 6 was invalid as it did not comply with the statutory requirements, thereby restoring his status as Councillor. The judgment emphasized the necessity of adhering to procedural mandates in public office resignations.