SMT. GIAN DEVI ANAND vs JEEEVAN KUMAR AND OTHERS

The Supreme Court ruled that under the Delhi Rent Control Act, 1958, heirs of a deceased statutory tenant do not enjoy protection against eviction in commercial tenancies. The Court held that the personal right to remain in possession after the termination of tenancy does not extend to heirs, as they have no estate or interest in the premises. The judgment affirmed the High Court's decree for eviction against the appellant, emphasizing that the amendment to the Act only provides protection for heirs of deceased tenants in residential premises, not commercial ones.