Manik Lal Mazumdar & Ors vs Gouranga Chandra Dey & Ors

The Supreme Court addressed the interpretation of Section 13(1) and Section 20 of The Tripura Buildings (Lease and Rent Control) Act, 1975, determining that an appeal under Section 20 is not maintainable unless the tenant has paid all admitted arrears of rent as required by Section 13(1). The Court upheld the Division Bench's ruling that compliance with Section 13(1) is a prerequisite for filing an appeal, reinforcing the principle that procedural requirements must be met for the appellate process to commence. The appeal by the tenants was dismissed, affirming the High Court's decision.