Authority: Supreme Court (Special Lok Adalat)

Order Date: 21-08-2026 (digitally signed 01-09-2026)

Case Overview

  • Petitioners: Nashik Municipal Corporation (with other parties) vs. Respondent: Satpalsingh Gurubakshingh Chondok.
  • The petition sought condonation of delay in filing IA 5627/2026 and IA 5630/2026 for eviction/recovery of possession of the subject premises (Final Plot No.282, Survey No.489, Dwarka, Nashik).
  • A settlement was reached on 10‑08‑2026, after which the petitioner decided not to pursue the pending Special Leave Petitions and requested withdrawal with liberty to initiate fresh proceedings.
  • Counsel for petitioner: Mr. Suhaskumar Kadam, Advocate for M/S. Black & White Solicitors, AOR.
  • Counsel for respondent: Mr. Samrat Krishnarao Shinde, AOR.
  • The bench comprised Hon'ble Chief Justice Surya Kant, Justice Joymalya Bagchi, Justice V. Mohana, with Senior Advocate Pradeep Rai and Advocate‑on‑Record Yugandhara Pawar Jha.

Final Outcome

  • The Special Lok Adalat condoned the delay as submitted by counsel.
  • The petitioner’s request to withdraw the Special Leave Petitions was granted, providing liberty to initiate fresh eviction or other appropriate proceedings concerning the specified premises.
  • Consequently, the Special Leave Petitions stand disposed of.

Topics: Legal Dispute, Municipal Property