In Brief
In this long-running matter concerning misuse of residential premises in Delhi for commercial purposes, the Court considered applications seeking de-sealing of premises sealed by its Monitoring Committee. Although applicants exceeded the 30-day grace period to file statutory appeals, the Court held that direct applications to the Monitoring Committee for de-sealing were appropriate where the stated intention was purely residential use. The Court reaffirmed its commitment to enforcing the rule of law against large-scale violations, noting widespread non-compliance by authorities despite repeated orders. The judgment addresses systemic failures in law enforcement and emphasizes that the Court will not remain passive when violations affect public health and environment."
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