Akhileshwar Kumar & Ors vs Mustaqim & Ors

The Supreme Court held that the High Court erred in reversing the trial court's decree for eviction under Section 11(1)(c) of the Bihar Buildings (Lease, Rent & Eviction) Control Act, 1982, which found the landlords' need for the premises to be genuine and in good faith. The Court emphasized that the mere involvement of the plaintiffs in their father's business does not negate their right to seek independent business premises. The Court reinstated the trial court's order, affirming the landlords' entitlement to the eviction of the tenants based on their demonstrated need.