Summary: A court case reveals a fake attempt to claim a valuable property in Mumbai through a forged will. The court cancels the fake claim, highlighting the trickery involved.
The case revolves around the estate of Lady Jena Jamshedji Duggan, who passed away in 1993. The main people involved are:
A Forged Will Appears
Bilkish Yunus Namakwala supposedly got a fake will dated April 6, 1993, claiming it was Lady Jena’s last will. This was used to take control over a property worth Rs. 150 crores at Malabar Hill.
"This case is a clear example of a major fraud committed... upon this Hon’ble Court."
Canceling the Fake Will
The rightful heirs, represented by lawyers including Mr. Aspi Chinoy, filed a request to cancel the fake Letters of Administration given to Bilkish. They argued that the will was made up and that Lady Jena had already made a real will on April 4, 1993.
Court's Decision
Judge Kamal Khata ruled in favor of canceling the fake claim, pointing out the trickery involved. The court noted how unlikely it was for Lady Jena to create a new will just two days after her real one.
Suspicious Situations
The court found it suspicious that the supposed will was not shown for 29 years and was only "found" conveniently by Bilkish.
"The delay... is very unlikely and lacks any proof or supporting circumstances."
Inconsistencies and Lies
Bilkish's claim of a mortgage and a loan to Lady Jena was not supported by evidence. The court pointed out the lack of any believable documents to back these claims.
Cancellation and Results
The court not only canceled the fake Letters of Administration but also ordered that all related fake transactions be undone. It imposed heavy costs on Bilkish for her dishonest actions.
"The Letters of Administration granted in favor of the Respondent should be canceled with heavy costs."
The court decided to cancel the fake claim and undo all related transactions, punishing Bilkish for her dishonest actions.
