MANSARAM vs S. P. PATHAK AND OTHERS

The Supreme Court held that under Clause 22(1) of the Central Provinces and Berar Letting of Houses and Rent Control Order, 1949, a landlord must inform the Collector of any vacancy, ensuring that residential accommodation is available to specified classes, including government employees. The Court found that the appellant's occupation of the premises after retirement was not in contravention of the Rent Control Order as he had assurance from the landlord. The Court allowed the appeal, reversing the eviction order against the appellant, emphasizing the statutory duty of landlords to notify vacancies.