Authority: High Court of Judicature at Bombay, Civil Appellate Jurisdiction

Order Date: 31 August 2026

Case Overview

  • Petitioner: Sanjay Nagari SRA Sahakari Gruha Nirman Sanstha.
  • Respondents: Chief Executive Officer, Slum Rehabilitation Authority (SRA) and others, including the State.
  • The petition challenged the termination of the developer’s appointment by the SRA under Section 13(2) of the Maharashtra Slum Areas (Improvement, Clearance and Redevelopment) Act, 1971.
  • The petitioner’s counsel submitted the SRA’s communication dated 8 April 2026 confirming termination, and a subsequent SRA letter dated 5 May 2026.
  • Issues raised included the effect of termination and pending rent and arrears owed by the developer.

Final Outcome

  • The Court held that the termination communication leaves no further matter for consideration, disposing of the writ petition.
  • The petitioner may pursue appropriate legal remedies against the 5 May 2026 letter and may approach the Court‑constituted Rent Committee for recovery of pending rent and arrears.
  • The SRA is directed to proceed in accordance with law.

Topics: Slum Rehabilitation, Court Order