Authority: Supreme Court of India
Order Date: 09-10-2026
Case Overview
- Petitioners: Laxman Prasad Sharma & others, residents of Aali Village, New Delhi, filed Writ Petition (Civil) No.1238/2026 against Delhi Development Authority (DDA) and others.
- Respondent: Delhi Development Authority issued a notice dated 07.09.2026 demanding removal of alleged illegal structures (permanent construction or temporary sheds) within 15 days, threatening demolition without further notice.
- Procedural Background: The petition was filed after the 15‑day period had expired; demolition had already been carried out according to counsel for the petitioners. The petition sought exemption from filing O.T. and a stay of demolition.
- Bench: Coram – Hon'ble Chief Justice, Hon'ble Mr. Justice Joymalya Bagchi, Hon'ble Mrs. Justice V. Mohana.
- Registrar: Arjun Bisht (signed digitally on 2026.10.12 15:37:54 IST).
Final Outcome
- The writ petition is disposed of. Petitioners are granted liberty to produce title documents proving bona‑fide ownership before the Executive Engineer, East Maintenance Division – 7 (East Zone), DDA. The Engineer is directed to verify the documents before taking any further action.
- If the petitioners remain aggrieved after verification, they may approach the High Court.
- All pending applications, if any, are also disposed of.
Topics: Land Encroachment, Judicial Order