DR. (SMT.) KESHAV DEVI vs SHRI GIRDHARI LAL PAHWA & ORS.

The Supreme Court held that the allotment order dated 4.1.78 was rendered illegal due to non-compliance with Section 17(2) of the U.P. Urban Buildings (Regulation of Letting, Rent and Eviction) Act, which mandates notice to the landlord before allotment. The Court affirmed the High Court's decision to restore the order of the Additional District Magistrate, emphasizing the necessity of following procedural requirements. Consequently, the appeal was dismissed, upholding the legality of the High Court's directive for reconsideration of allotment applications with proper notice to the landlord.