Authority: Supreme Court of India
Order Date: 30-07-2026
Case Overview
- Appellant: One City Infrastructure Private Limited; Respondents: Ghaziabad Development Authority and others, including a private holder of the development licence for 99 acres.
- The dispute concerns GDA’s refusal to renew the development licence and sanction revised building plans, allegedly hindering implementation of a resolution plan approved under Section 31 of the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code.
- Senior counsel Dr. Menaka Guruswamy argued that the licence renewal is essential for the home‑buyers, while senior counsel Mr. Vikas Singh explained that the licence is held by respondent 3, covering 99 acres, with 26 acres already developed in dilapidated condition and the balance intended for future development.
- The Court noted that the development licence is not in the name of the SRA but of respondent 3, and that the GDA’s technical objections need clarification.
Final Outcome
- The Court directed the Government of Uttar Pradesh and the Ghaziabad Development Authority to meet, consider the GDA’s proposal, and issue a reasoned order on the renewal of the development licence and sanction of revised building plans.
- The parties were instructed to conduct a thorough on‑site inspection of the 26‑acre parcel, accompanied by surveyors and officers competent in preparing sketches, ensuring habitability without affecting the remaining land held by respondent 3.
- The decision and inspection report must be submitted to the Court within two weeks of the order.
- A further hearing is scheduled for 20 August 2026 to receive the final decision and address any subsequent issues.
Topics: Legal Proceedings, Real Estate Development