Siddhant Mohite, Mumbai Uncensored:
In a significant legal victory, Wankhede Advocates and Consultants, represented by Yasmeen Wankhede and Vivek Pandey, have successfully secured an eviction order against actor Ajaz Khan for the illegal possession of property.
Advocate Yasmeen Wankhede stated that their client, Farid Thanawala, is the owner of units 1201 and 1202 at Poseidon Apartments on Yari Road, Versova. These apartments were leased to Ajaz Khan in 2018 for a two-year period. However, after the lease expired in 2020, Khan continued to occupy the premises without paying rent.
Following Khan’s arrest by the Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB) in 2021, his wife requested a renewal of the lease. Out of compassion, Thanawala agreed to a new leave and license agreement. Unfortunately, Khan once again failed to pay the rent, making his continued occupation unlawful. This led Thanawala to terminate the lease and initiate eviction proceedings with the Competent Authority in Bandra, Mumbai.
On August 28, 2023, the Competent Authority ordered Khan’s eviction and granted him one month to vacate the premises. Despite this, neither the outstanding rent was paid nor were the premises vacated.
Today, the Bailiff, with assistance from the Police, is enforcing the eviction order, ensuring that the property is returned to its rightful owner. This case underscores the legal repercussions of unlawful property occupation and highlights the importance of adhering to lease agreements.
The appeal was cancelled and eviction orders were given to Ajaz Khan.
Photo credits: Mumbai Mirror
