Parties' contentions heard and record perused.
2. Petitioners contend that in July 2009 they applied for issuance of demand notices for provision of sui gas connections but the respondents have not issued the same so far. On the other hand, such notices were issued to the persons who applied a month later to the petitioners. Attention was also drawn to photo copies of demand notices issued to Muhammad Sharif and Tahir Hussain in August 2009 despite the fact that they had applied for demand notices subsequent to the petitioner which is not fair on the part of respondents. When confronted with this, respondents' representative could not justify their arbitrary treatment.
3. In view of above, petitioners' claim is accepted. The petition is disposed of with the direction that respondents shall entertain petitioners' applications for issuance of demand notices as early as possible. Petitioners are directed to approach the respondents with copy of this order for compliance.
4. After completion, file be consigned to record room. revisions by the competent authorities. Therefore, it is advisable to consult the official sources or legal professionals for the most up-to-date and accurate information.