Maharashtra
Bombay HC Orders Defaulting Developer To Hand Over Mulund Redevelopment Project To Society
Mumbai: Granting major relief to members of a Mulund housing society who have remained displaced for over five years due to stalled redevelopment, the Bombay High Court has directed a defaulting developer to hand over “peaceful possession” of the project site to the society. The developer’s request to stay the order was rejected.
In an order dated February 16, Justice Somasekhar Sundaresan directed M/s Alag Property and Constructions Pvt Ltd to hand over possession of the redevelopment property to The Mulund Endeavour CHS Ltd, while appointing the court receiver to take charge of the land and transfer control of the project to the society.
The court passed the order while allowing the society’s petition filed under Section 9 of the Arbitration and Conciliation Act, seeking interim protection pending arbitration proceedings between the parties.
The dispute concerns redevelopment of the society’s property in Mulund East, comprising four residential buildings constructed on a plot measuring about 4,182 sq m. The society had executed a development agreement with the developer in July 2016 and handed over possession in January 2020 after members vacated their homes.
However, the society alleged that despite the passage of nearly nine years since execution of the agreement, redevelopment remained largely incomplete. According to the society, only about 30% of construction had been completed even though the revised deadline for completion expired in January 2025.
It further claimed that transit rent, brokerage, transportation charges and hardship compensation payable to members had remained unpaid since January 2023, with total arrears mounting to Rs 9.77 crore. Municipal tax dues of over Rs 1.13 crore had also allegedly remained unpaid, exposing the property to recovery action.
Advocate Mayur Khandeparkar, appearing for the society, submitted that members who vacated their homes in 2020 were continuing to suffer financial hardship due to non-payment of dues and indefinite delay.
The developer, represented by advocate Karl Tamboly, opposed the plea, contending that nearly 40–45% of construction had been completed and that delays were attributable to Covid, environmental restrictions and ongoing negotiations between the parties. It also argued that third-party rights had already been created in respect of sale flats and that termination of the agreement was unjustified.
After examining the material on record, the court held that the project was “way behind schedule” and that the developer was seeking to renegotiate the original redevelopment arrangement.
“In a nutshell, what is writ large on the face of the record is that the developer is seriously in default in the time and cost commitments owed under the development agreement,” the court observed.
The judge noted that society members had vacated their homes more than five years ago and continued to remain without permanent accommodation. Referring to earlier rulings on redevelopment disputes, the court emphasised that such agreements involve entrustment of a society’s sole asset — its homes — and that loss of faith due to contractual breaches justified intervention.
Rejecting concerns over third-party purchasers, the court held that buyers take commercial risks linked to the developer’s performance and that the society cannot be bound by interests created by a defaulting developer.
The court receiver has been authorised to take possession of the property, with police assistance if necessary, and hand over the redevelopment project to the society, which is now free to appoint a new developer or undertake self-redevelopment.
The court clarified that interim protections will continue until the constitution of an arbitral tribunal, before which the dispute will now proceed.
Maharashtra
Govandi: A grand “Women’s Mart” event led by Abu Asim Azmi: “Made in Govandi”, a new platform for women’s empowerment

Mumbai: The two-day “Govandi Women’s Mart” exhibition organized by AAA Foundation (Abu Asim Azmi Foundation) to empower women and promote self-reliance in the Govandi area of the Eastern Suburbs concluded with great success. The event was not just an exhibition but a new dawn of dreams, hard work and self-reliance of the talented women of Govandi.
After this successful initiative, preparations are underway to expand the campaign further. In future, “Govandi Women’s Mart” will be developed as a big brand and platform under the name “Made in Govandi”. It will not only provide a new identity and global market to housewives but also to small entrepreneurs, cottage industries and local products manufactured in factories in the area.
Noted local MLA Abu Asim Azmi was the chief guest of this grand event. He praised the entire program organized by AAA Foundation. Encouraging the women, MLA Abu Asim Azmi said, “The women of Govandi have amazing talent, they just need the right platform. This Mahila Mart, organized under the banner of AAA Foundation, has proven that when opportunities are provided to our mothers and sisters, they write a new chapter of self-reliance.” He directed the organizers to organize more such large-scale programs in Govandi and surrounding areas in the future to empower women economically and he would fully support them.
To promote women’s home and handmade products, this two-day exhibition will now be made a regular and permanent event in Govandi, which will provide a strong platform to these small businesses.
The biggest success of the event came from the unwavering support of the local population. The residents of Govandi encouraged their mothers, sisters and daughters in large numbers. It is noteworthy that not only locals but also people from different parts of Mumbai and distant cities came to the mart for shopping. Seeing the overwhelming response from the customers, the public has specifically requested that this event be made permanent.
On this special occasion, BMC Women and Child Welfare Committee Chairperson Menal Tarde also attended as the chief guest. After inspecting the exhibition, she highly appreciated this unique initiative and interacted with the women who set up stalls and encouraged them.
Congratulations and best wishes to the Samajwadi Party, AAA Foundation, Rayan Sheikh Azmi, and all the residents of Govindi for this historic and successful event. The people of the area believe that this initiative started under the guidance of MLA Abu Asim Azmi will prove to be a milestone in the social and economic development of Govindi.
Maharashtra
Sharia requirements should be observed during sacrifice, appeal to focus on cleanliness, appeal to avoid heartache on social media: Moin Mian

Mumbai: Hazrat Moinuddin Ashraf, popularly known as Moin Mian, has issued special guidelines and rules on the sacrifice of the National President of All India Sunni Jamiat-e-Ulema Sajjadgan Kachchocha Muqaddasa UP and has appealed to Muslims not to hurt anyone’s feelings on Eid-ul-Adha and also not to make a video of the sacrifice.
In view of Eid-ul-Adha, Hazrat Moin Mian has appealed to the Muslim Ummah to follow the necessary instructions during the sacrifice. Therefore, special care should be taken while performing the sacrifice to comply with the Sharia requirements, cleanliness and brotherhood. Hazrat Moin Mian said that the sacrificial animal should be fat and in accordance with the Sharia. Sacrifice of sick, weak or defective animals should be avoided. He said that the purpose of sacrifice is not to show off but to seek the pleasure of Allah. He appealed to the people to keep their intentions pure and take special care of the poor, needy, relatives and neighbors because in Islam, cleanliness is half of faith and this is also its important part. Distributing the meat of the sacrifice to the needy is a great act of kindness that strengthens brotherhood, love, and humanity. Hazrat Moin Mian also emphasized on cleanliness and maintaining peace and order.
Maharashtra
High alert for sacrifice on Eid-ul-Adha, warning of action against miscreants, appeal from the police commissioner not to make the video of the sacrifice viral on social media

Mumbai: A high alert has been issued in the Mumbai police station in view of Eid-ul-Adha. If any miscreants commit mischief during Eid-ul-Adha, strict action will be taken against them, this warning was given by the police commissioner of the police station, Ashutosh Dombre, in a special meeting. He said that cow slaughter is prohibited. If anyone breaks the law or tries to spoil the environment, action will also be taken against him, while special surveillance is being kept on highways and check posts. He said that Eid-ul-Adha teaches the lesson of sacrifice and self-sacrifice and it is also an Abrahamic tradition. During the sacrifice, its pictures and videos should not be made viral on social media. Along with this, the meat should be covered well during the distribution of meat after the sacrifice. Avoid roaming around in blood-stained clothes during the three-day sacrifice. Along with this, knives and weapons should not be displayed. Special care should be taken to maintain cleanliness during the sacrifice. He has appealed to Muslims to avoid any act that hurts anyone’s heart because sacrifice is our most precious thing. It teaches us to sacrifice things.
Ashutosh Dombre said that special arrangements have been made at Thana, Mumbra, Bhiwandi, Ilhas Nagar, Rabori and other places, in addition to this, the police are also keeping a special eye on the animal market. Senior officers have also been instructed to monitor social media. Ashutosh Dombre has said that strict action will be taken against anyone who tries to spoil the atmosphere or is found involved in spreading religious hatred. He said that festivals are celebrated with brotherhood and solidarity in the Thana Commissionerate, in such a situation, surveillance is also being kept on miscreants. In the past, the police are also keeping a watch on the areas where minor incidents or incidents have taken place during the sacrifice. The Thana Commissioner has made it clear that in the societies where the municipal administration has provided permission for the sacrifice, necessary steps have been taken during the sacrifice. Along with this, if miscreants try to create miscreants even after the permission for the sacrifice, action will be taken against them. He said that before the sacrifice Permission for sacrifice is mandatory in societies. Along with this, if anyone tries to spoil the atmosphere by spreading rumors without any reason, legal action will be taken against him. Along with this, police will also be present at the temporary slaughterhouse during the sacrifice ceremony in societies. The Police Commissioner has appealed that special care should be taken to ensure cleanliness in the temporary slaughterhouse and that the sacrifice should be prepared by preparing a bed during the sacrifice and ensuring that the sacrifice is not performed in the open. The sacrifice should be performed at the places where sacrifice is allowed. The police will also monitor the societies where disputes are ongoing. Along with this, temporary sacrifice is allowed in societies. In such a situation, if anyone tries to spoil the situation without any reason, the police will take action against him.
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