BANATWALA & COMPANY vs L.I.C.OF INDIA

The Supreme Court addressed the issue of arbitrary rent increase under the Maharashtra Rent Control Act, 1999, specifically referencing Section 29. The Court held that landlords must adhere to the terms of the lease agreement and cannot unilaterally impose excessive rent increases without proper justification. The Court ruled in favor of the appellant, affirming that the sudden increase in rent was arbitrary and not in accordance with the lease terms, thus protecting the tenant's rights.