Jharkhand HC Rules Property Sale Cannot Evict Existing Tenants

The Jharkhand High Court on Tuesday ruled that the sale of a property by a financial corporation does not, by itself, justify the eviction of tenants who are already occupying the premises. The court held that tenancy rights are protected under the Rent Control Act and cannot be overridden merely by a change in ownership. The decision was prompted by a petition filed by a group of tenants who were facing eviction notices following the sale of their building to a financial institution. The court emphasized that any eviction must be pursued through the proper legal channels and that the new owner cannot simply evict tenants without following the statutory procedure. Legal experts say the ruling reinforces tenant protection laws and may set a precedent for similar cases across the state.