Sivajirajan v. The Secretary to Government
Case brief
What is this about?
Multiple writ petitions filed by shop licensees challenging eviction notices for cooperative housing scheme. Court directed municipality to provide interim accommodation in new bus stand, fix rent, ensure amenities, and conduct transparent auction for new shops with preference to original licensees.
What did the court decide?
Petitioners allowed to remain in possession till 01.04.2023; Municipality directed to conduct draw of lots for alternative site, fix rent, provide amenities, and auction new shops preferring existing