M. Arul Jothi & Anr. vs Lajja Bal (Deceased) & Anr.

The Supreme Court interpreted Section 10(2)(ii)(b) of the Tamil Nadu Buildings (Lease and Rent Control) Act, 1960, determining that a tenant's use of a rented shop for a different business than specified in the rent agreement can be grounds for eviction. The Court held that the tenant's shift from dealing in radios and furniture to grocery items constituted a different user, justifying eviction. The appeal was dismissed, affirming the lower courts' decisions regarding the tenant's violation of the lease terms.