USHA P. KUVELKAR vs RAVINDRA SUBRAI DALVI

The Supreme Court addressed the applicability of Section 23-A of the Goa Daman & Diu Building (Lease, Rent & Eviction) Control Act, 1968, which allows landlords who are retired state employees to reclaim possession of their premises for personal use. The Court held that the landlord's medical conditions and the need for personal occupation were valid grounds for eviction, thus upholding the landlord's claim against the tenant's objections. The High Court's remand for fresh adjudication was set aside, affirming the landlord's right to evict the tenant based on the amended provisions of the Act.