AZIM AHMAD KAZMI vs STATE OF U.P.

The Supreme Court upheld the High Court's dismissal of the writ petition challenging the cancellation of a lease deed executed on 19th March 1996, citing that the State Government had the authority to cancel the lease under relevant provisions. The Court clarified that while the State may take possession of the premises, it must do so following the procedure established by law, thus affirming the principle that forcible possession is not permissible. The appeal was dismissed, maintaining the status of the lease cancellation while ensuring due process in possession matters.