Chunni Lal & Ors vs Vidya Devi (D) Th. Lrs. & Ors

The Supreme Court addressed a contempt petition regarding non-compliance with its earlier order for possession of premises. The Court noted that the respondent, Chunni Lal, expressed willingness to comply and tendered an unconditional apology for the delay. The Court accepted the apology and dropped the contempt proceedings, ordering the respondent to hand over peaceful and vacant possession by March 4, 2008. The ruling emphasizes the importance of compliance with court orders in contempt matters.