Explore a legal case where a Trust as landlord and a tenant reached a resolution over a property dispute in New Delhi. The court’s in-depth legal analysis paved the way for a fair and amicable agreement between the parties. Discover the insightful details of the case and the court’s reasoning behind the final decision.
Facts
- Noticeable landlord is a Trust and the respondent is a tenant in terms of a written lease deed dated 01.10.1972.
- The monthly rental started at Rs.2,000/- and currently stands enhanced to Rs.3,328/-.
- The dispute is between the landlords and the tenant over Bungalow No.97, Ground Floor, Sunder Nagar, New Delhi.
- The matter was scheduled for hearing on the day in question.
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Analysis
- Analysis points 1
- Analysis points 2
- Analysis points 3
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Decision
- The relationship between the landlord and tenant is not disputed.
- The tenant agrees to the order of ejectment.
- The tenant, who is 82 years old and lost his wife during COVID-19, is granted time to vacate the premises by 28th February 2025.
- The tenant must provide a written undertaking to vacate the premises within three weeks.
- No unauthorized construction is allowed by the tenant.
- Failure to comply may result in immediate proceedings for ejectment and contempt of court.
- All arrears of rent must be cleared by the tenant.
- The landlord must not obstruct the peaceful occupation of the premises by the tenant.
- Any violations by the tenant may lead to the landlord initiating possession proceedings.
- The tenant must continue paying rent until vacating the premises.
- The tenant must not damage the property or create any encumbrances.
- The property must be used according to municipal by-laws.
- All disputes between the parties regarding the premises are closed.
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Case Title: SWAMI GOVERDHAN RANGACHARIJI Vs. M/S. A.J. PRINTERS (2024 INSC 141)
Case Number: SLP(C) No.-018366 / 2021
