RAVI DUTT SHARMA vs RATAN LAL BHARGAVA

The Supreme Court upheld the validity of Sections 14A, 25A, 25B, and 25C of the Delhi Rent Control Act, ruling that these provisions are special and override existing laws due to their non-obstante clause. The Court clarified that the landlord is not required to obtain permission from the Competent Authority under Section 19(1)(a) of the Slum Areas Improvement and Clearance Act before filing for eviction under Sections 14(1)(e) or 14A of the Rent Act. The Court found that the procedure established in Chapter IIIA of the Rent Act serves the public interest and does not violate Article 14 of the Constitution, thereby dismissing the tenant's appeal and Special Leave Petition.