A long-standing family property argument in Chennai has been resolved with the Madras High Court confirming the legality of a 2005 property sale.
The Background: A Tangled Web of Family Claims
The case revolves around a property originally owned by K. Arunkumar, bought in 1994. After he passed away in 2007, arguments started among his family members—his wife and children (defendants) and a buyer, L. Thirunavukkarasu (plaintiff).
The Initial Sale and Disputes
- Sale Date: Arunkumar sold the property to L. Thirunavukkarasu on November 28, 2005.
- Post-Sale Conflict: Arunkumar's family, claiming the sale was not valid, refused to leave. L. Thirunavukkarasu started legal action to make them leave, which initially succeeded.
"After delivery was recorded, L. Thirunavukkarasu was attacked, and possession was lost again," stated court papers.
Court Battles: A Timeline
- 2006-2009: Several lawsuits were filed by Arunkumar’s family to challenge the sale and eviction but were dismissed.
- 2020: The family filed new lawsuits, claiming the sale was void because of Arunkumar's health issues and that the property was bought with family money.
Judgment Day: February 24, 2026
The court, led by Judges N. Sathish Kumar and R. Sakthivel, ruled in favor of L. Thirunavukkarasu, confirming the sale's legality and dismissing the family's claims.
"The higher court confirmed the sale's legality, noting the seller was a bank employee and capable of carrying out the sale," the judgment read.
Key Points from the Judgment
- Validity Confirmed: The court confirmed the sale was done correctly, with Arunkumar’s signature not being disputed.
- Family Claims Rejected: The family's arguments about shared family money and Arunkumar’s inability to make decisions were dismissed as guesses.
- Finality of Previous Rulings: The court emphasized the finality of previous decisions dismissing similar claims by the family.
Summary of the Verdict
The court criticized the family’s repeated attempts to restart the legal battle, calling them a misuse of the legal process. The decision highlights the importance of final decisions in legal matters and the difficulties of family arguments over property.
