Municipal Corporation Chandigarh & ... vs M/S. Shantikunj Investment Pvt. Ltd. ...

The Supreme Court addressed the common legal question regarding the obligation of allottees to pay premiums and other charges despite the lack of amenities provided by the Chandigarh Administration. The Court held that the provision of basic amenities is a condition precedent for the allottee's obligation to pay the balance of premium and ground rent. It was determined that if basic amenities such as electricity and drainage are provided, the allottee must fulfill their payment obligations as per the conditions of allotment, thereby upholding the principle that public dues must be paid in accordance with relevant regulations.