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Bombay High Court

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Maharashtra government has ended the free land allotment policy, mandating that land for public use will now be priced at Ready Reckoner rates to ensure transparency and revenue generation.

Landowners Win vs NHAI: Bombay HC Upholds Higher Compensation

Bombay High Court dismisses NHAI appeals, upholds ₹1,742/sq.m enhanced compensation for Gandheli landowners and rules that Arbitration Act time limits do not bind NH Act statutory arbitrations — a major win for farmers facing land acquisition.
In a significant order pronounced on 17 March 2026, the Bombay High Court has finally put an end to the long-pending litigation over the Kanjur Marg salt pan land, dismissing the lessee’s suit as infructuous after the 99-year lease term expired on 14 October 2016. The ruling paves the way for the Union of India and state agencies to proceed with development on the 500-acre Arthur and Jenkins Salt Works parcels.

Kanjur Marg Salt Pan Land: Bombay High Court Dismisses 21-Year-Old Suit as 99-Year Lease Expires, Clears Path for Development

In a significant order pronounced on 17 March 2026, the Bombay High Court has finally put an end to the long-pending litigation over the Kanjur Marg salt pan land, dismissing the lessee’s suit as infructuous after the 99-year lease term expired on 14 October 2016. The ruling paves the way for the Union of India and state agencies to proceed with development on the 500-acre Arthur and Jenkins Salt Works parcels.
Bombay High Court evicts rent-protected Mumbai tenant after unauthorized kitchen-to-bedroom swap and other changes—proving even strong protections under Bombay Rent Act 1947 have limits when tenants misuse them. A 41-year battle ends with landlord victory.

Rent-Control Protected Tenant Evicted After 41-Years Legal Battle: Shifted Kitchen for Extra Bedroom Without Permission

Bombay High Court evicts rent-protected Mumbai tenant after unauthorized kitchen-to-bedroom swap and other changes—proving even strong protections under Bombay Rent Act 1947 have limits when tenants misuse them. A 41-year battle ends with landlord victory.
“Move in by 30 April or lose priority.” In a landmark order, Bombay HC has told Patra Chawl residents to take possession of their new rehab flats by month-end, failing which MHADA can allot them for public housing. Latecomers will need to give 3 months’ notice. Full story inside.

Bombay High Court Orders MHADA to Stop Transit Rent in Patra Chawl Redevelopment from April

In a push to end financial drain, Bombay High Court allows MHADA to stop transit rent payments from April in the controversial Patra Chawl redevelopment, flagging ₹18 crore public loss due to delays, while mandating cooperation for possession handover to willing tenants.
“Being the owner gives you preferential rights, but not unlimited time.” In a firm order, SRA removes a private landowner as developer after three years of zero progress on a Lower Parel slum scheme, prioritising slum dwellers’ right to timely rehabilitation.

Dispute Over Society Membership Balloons from 23 to 61 – High Court Refuses to Intervene, Calls It Factual Matter Needing Evidence

The Bombay High Court on March 6, 2026, dismissed a petition alleging a co-op society’s voters’ list ballooned from 23 to 61 members, ruling petitioners ignored the objection remedy and that factual disputes require evidence, not writ jurisdiction.