THE PERIYAR DISTRICT CONSUMER CO OPERATIVE WHOLESALE STORES LTD. NO. AA467 vs B. BALAGOPAL (DIED) THROUGH LRS

The Supreme Court upheld the High Court's dismissal of the appellant's appeal against the decree for damages awarded by the Trial Court under Section 96 of the Civil Procedure Code. The Court confirmed that the plaintiffs were entitled to compensation for the defendant's unauthorized occupation of the premises, amounting to Rs.26,98,367/-, along with future loss costs of Rs.3,56,000/-. The ruling emphasized the enforceability of tenancy agreements and the right of landlords to seek damages for wrongful retention of property.