The Delhi High Court has given a big blow to the tenants and given an important decision, which has given great relief to the landlords. The court has clarified that how any property will be used, this right is only of the landlord, not the tenant. This decision can become a guide in cases where tenants keep possession of the property for years and ignore the needs of the owner.
What did the court say?
The High Court said that no court can decide how the landlord will live in his house, so how can the tenant get the right to instruct the owner for the use of the property. The court also clarified that the landlord can use the property as per his wish, whether he lives there himself or uses it for any need.
What was the case?
This case was related to an elderly landlord, who had expressed the need for space for nursing staff and divorced daughter in his house. But the tenant refused to vacate the house and argued that the owner has other properties. The lower court had ruled in favor of the tenant, but the High Court overturned that decision and ruled in favor of the landlord and ordered the tenant to vacate the house in 6 months.
What is its effect?
This decision has strengthened the rights of the landlord and it has become clear that the tenant cannot control the use of the property. Also, this decision will set a precedent in cases where tenants use the property for years at a nominal rent and the owner is not able to get its rights.