Procedure in respect of Investigation

(1) The Lokayukta or Upa-Lokayukta shall, in each case before it, decide the procedure to be followed for making the enquiry and in so doing ensure that the principles of natural justice are satisfied. (2) The Lokayukta or Upa-Lokayukta may in his discretion, at any stage, refuse to inquire or cease to inquire into any complaint involving a grievance or allegation, if in his opinion- (a) The complaint is frivolous or vexatious, or is not made in good faith; or (b) There are no sufficient grounds for investigating, or as the case may be, for continuing the investigation; or (c) Other remedies are available to the complainant an in the circumstances of the case, it would be more appropriate for the complainant to avail of such remedies. Provided that the Lokayukta or Upa-Lokayukta shall record his reasons thereof and communicate the gist of the order to the complainant and the public functionary concerned. (3) The Lokayukta or Upa-Lokayukta, as the case maybe, shall have power to review his order or decision to restore any matter closed at any stage, and to grant or refuse permission to the complainant to withdraw the complaint; Provided that the Lokayukta or Upa-Lokayukta shall record his reasons in writing therefore.