R.V.E.VENKATACHALA GOUNDER vs VENKATESHS GUPTA

The Supreme Court examined the applicability of Section 14(1)(b) of The Tamil Nadu Building (Lease and Rent Control Act) 1960 regarding eviction of tenants for bona fide requirement of demolition and reconstruction. The Court held that the landlord's claim for eviction was not bona fide as determined by the High Court, which dismissed the eviction petitions. The Court upheld the High Court's decision, emphasizing the need for genuine requirements in eviction cases under the Act.