Summary: In a recent decision, the Delhi High Court has temporarily halted the demolition of properties in Ballimaran, Delhi, giving the owners time to sort things out legally.
On December 8, 2025, the Delhi High Court made a significant decision about some properties in Ballimaran, Hauz Qazi, Delhi. The case involved Ateeb Raza and others, who were worried about their properties being torn down by the Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD). Ateeb Raza and the other owners wanted to make sure that any action taken was fair and that they had a chance to speak up.
The properties in question were bought by Ateeb Raza and others in parts. On March 28, 2025, Ateeb Raza and others bought a 25% share, while the remaining 75% was initially owned by Mr. Abhay Singh Yadav. Later, on November 4, 2025, the rest of the property was acquired by Ateeb Raza and others from Mr. Yadav through separate sale agreements.
The MCD had issued demolition orders, claiming the buildings were put up without permission. However, Ateeb Raza and others argued that they had not been informed or given a chance to respond. Their lawyer emphasized that they had not done anything illegal.
"The petitioners have not carried out any unauthorized construction," said their lawyer.
Justice Mini Pushkarna, who was in charge of the case, decided that no demolition should take place for three weeks. This pause gives Ateeb Raza and others time to challenge the orders legally. The court also required the MCD to send the demolition orders to the petitioners' lawyers by email.
The court instructed Ateeb Raza and others not to make any new constructions during this period. The owners agreed to keep the property as it is.
Ateeb Raza and others were given the freedom to apply for official approval of the existing buildings. They have three weeks to submit these applications to the MCD, who must consider them within two months.
"The petitioners shall file an application for regularization of the existing construction within three weeks," noted the court.
The court's decision gives Ateeb Raza and others a crucial opportunity to address the demolition orders legally and seek approval for their buildings. It underscores the importance of following fair procedures and ensuring everyone gets a chance to present their side in property matters.
