Petitioners contend that demolition of the 13th‑15th floor of the building is neither desirable nor legal without an aeronautical study.
They argue that demolition would cause irreparable loss to the petitioner, who is the new developer assuming the position of the earlier developer.
The petitioner seeks exemption from filing O.T. IA No. 178171/2026 and a stay on the demolition.
Findings & Observations
The Court referred to its earlier observations in Civil Appeal Nos. 10928‑937/2024, emphasizing that authorities should first consider regularisation/compounding before demolition, especially where public interest or rights of innocent third parties are involved.
The Court noted that proceeding with demolition without an aeronautical study is not desirable nor legal.
Penalties / Settlements / Directions
The Court issued a notice, returnable on 25 June 2026.
Service of the notice through dasti mode is permitted.
The demolition of the 13th‑15th floor of the subject building is stayed pending further proceedings.
Corrective Actions & Future Obligations
No specific corrective actions beyond the stay and notice were ordered.
Final Ruling & Enforcement
The demolition of the specified floors shall remain stayed.
Parties must comply with the notice and return it by the stipulated date.
Service of the notice may be effected via dasti mode as permitted by the Court.