Union Of India vs Sir Sobha Singh And Sons Pvt. Ltd

The Supreme Court examined whether the Union of India's occupation of residential premises at Sujan Singh Park is governed by a perpetual lease under the Government Grants Act or if it constitutes a landlord-tenant relationship under the Delhi Rent Control Act. The High Court had upheld the landlord-tenant characterization, leading to eviction proceedings. The Court analyzed the nature of the occupancy and the applicable legal provisions, ultimately affirming the High Court's decision that the relationship resembles that of a landlord and tenant, making the Union of India subject to eviction under the Rent Control Act.