Real Estate
Bombay HC Says MHADA Could Use Unclaimed Patra Chawl Flats for Public Housing
The Bombay High Court has set a deadline of April 30, 2026, for Goregaon Siddharth Nagar Sahakari Griha Nirman Sanstha Limited society members to take possession of their tenements. If members fail to do so, the court will allow MHADA to utilize these flats for public housing purposes.
Mumbai, April 18: The HC gave time to the society members to resolve all issues in the ongoing legal tussle over the Patra Chawl redevelopment.
Key Directives
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Deadline: April 30, 2026 for members to take possession
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Consequence of non-compliance: MHADA can use unclaimed flats for public housing
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Late possession: Members who come later can get possession after three months' notice
Earlier Issues Flagged by HC
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Term of the lease
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Rent cannot be waived
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Land belongs to MHADA (public land made available to the Society)
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Lease rent is payable by the petitioners
Current Status
The HC earlier observed that the rehabilitation buildings are complete and ready for occupation.