2024 Civil Law Update: Supreme Court Boosts Tenant Rights in Ravi Khanna vs Neelam Properties Pvt. Ltd.
Supreme Court Boosts Tenant Rights in Ravi Khanna vs Neelam Properties Pvt. Ltd. Civil law in India saw a major development in 2024 when the Supreme Court delivered a game-changing judgment in Ravi Khanna vs Neelam Properties Pvt. Ltd. This case is being talked about as a landmark decision that strengthens tenant rights and clarifies the obligations of landlords and builders. The Background Ravi Khanna, a software engineer from Pune, leased a residential flat from Neelam Properties in 2019 under a 5-year agreement. Despite paying rent regularly and maintaining the property well, Ravi was abruptly asked to vacate the flat within 30 days, citing "project redevelopment needs." There was no prior notice, and Ravi was not offered any alternate accommodation, compensation, or even an apology. Feeling helpless but determined, Ravi moved to civil court seeking protection under the lease agreement — and eventually, the matter reached the Supreme Court. The Legal...