The petitioner sought directions to enforce a status quo order from a Civil Court. The court held that enforcement of such orders remains with the trial court. The petition was disposed of.
Petition disposed of; liberty granted to avail appropriate civil remedies.
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HON'BLE MR. JUSTICE SACHIN DATTA O R D E R % 15.10.2025
CM APPL. 65100/2025 (Exemption)
W.P.(C) 15919/2025
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passed by it. In these proceedings, under Article 226 of the Constitution of India, it would be inapposite to issue any directions with regard thereto.
SACHIN DATTA, J
OCTOBER 15, 2025/uk
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2 issues framed by the court
Whether the High Court can issue directions under Article 226 to enforce a status quo order passed by a Civil Court in private litigation.
Whether Article 226 proceedings are appropriate for enforcing interim orders of a Civil Court between private parties.
Shisshpal Yadav
Government of NCT of Delhi
Sachin Datta
As recorded by the court registry
A petition under Article 226 of the Constitution asking a High Court to issue a writ against the State or a public authority in a civil matter.
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