BHAWANDAS FATECHAND DASWANI vs HPA INTERNATIONAL .

The Supreme Court set aside the judgment of the Madras High Court affirming the decree for specific performance, citing concerns over the five-year delay in delivering the judgment after the hearing concluded. The Court remitted the case back to the High Court for a fresh decision on merits, emphasizing the need for expeditious resolution. The Court also noted that the respondent No. 1, as the lawful owner, is entitled to continue in possession of the property until the decree remains intact.