Bombay High Court Allows 80-Year-Old to Stay in Dangerous Building Temporarily
HC allows 80-year-old to stay in dilapidated building temporarily ‘at his own risk’
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The Bombay High Court has permitted 80-year-old Ghansham Singh Narang to temporarily remain in his dilapidated flat in Bandra West, Mumbai, while directing the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation to restore essential services. Narang must stay at his own risk until the next hearing on May 25.
- 01The Bombay High Court granted temporary relief to Ghansham Singh Narang, allowing him to stay in his dilapidated building.
- 02The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) must restore water and electricity supply to Narang's flat.
- 03Narang, who has lived in the building since 1975, is challenging the BMC's safety report declaring the building unsafe.
- 04The court emphasized humanitarian considerations due to Narang's age and circumstances.
- 05The matter is scheduled for further consideration on May 25.
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The Bombay High Court in Mumbai has granted temporary relief to 80-year-old Ghansham Singh Narang, allowing him to stay in his dilapidated flat located in Bandra West. The court directed the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) to restore water and electricity supply to his residence, which had been cut off due to the building being classified as a high-risk (C-1) structure. Narang, who has lived in the Anand Rup Cooperative Housing Society since 1975, expressed concerns about imminent eviction and the unsafe conditions of the building. The court acknowledged Narang's age and the humanitarian aspect of the situation, stating that he should not be displaced suddenly. The case is set for further review on May 25, and Narang has agreed to remain in the building at his own risk, with the BMC not held liable for any consequences.
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This ruling allows Narang to remain in his home temporarily, impacting his immediate living conditions and safety.
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