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of <h1>Landlord's Eviction Right Upheld; Tenant's Contemptuous Acts Condemned</h1> The Supreme Court dismissed special leave petitions against the Delhi High Court's judgment, upholding the landlord's right to evict the tenant. The ... - Issues involved: Dismissal of special leave petitions by Delhi High Court, tenant's failure to vacate premises, filing of frivolous objections, contempt petitions by landlord, alleged sub-tenant's actions, stay of warrant of possession by Additional District Judge, judicial misconduct.Judgment Details:The Supreme Court dismissed special leave petitions against the Delhi High Court's judgment rejecting the tenant's second appeal for eviction. The tenant was granted six months to vacate the premises but failed to do so, leading to contempt petitions by the landlord. The Court expressed concern over prolonged litigations between landlords and tenants, emphasizing the need to prevent such malpractices effectively.After the tenant's failure to comply with the Court's order, contempt petitions were filed. The Court noted that the tenant attempted to circumvent the order by involving alleged sub-tenants, leading to a fresh round of litigation. The Court found such conduct contemptuous and unacceptable, highlighting the need for peaceful possession handover as per the tenancy agreement.The Court issued notices and directed the alleged contemnors to be present, including the Additional District Judge who stayed the warrant of possession against the Court's order. The Court criticized the judicial misconduct, quashed the stay order, and directed the Chief Justice of Delhi High Court to take disciplinary action against the Judge.Upon confirmation of possession handover to the landlord, the contempt notice against the contemnors was discharged. The landlord was advised to file separate proceedings for unpaid dues by the tenant. The Court directed copies of the order to be sent to all High Courts for information and appropriate action.In conclusion, the contempt petitions were disposed of, emphasizing the importance of upholding court orders and preventing judicial misconduct for the integrity of the judiciary.
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