Supreme Court Reinstates Ex-Parte Decree, Denies Delay Condonation in Land Dispute Case
The Supreme Court overturned a High Court order that had condoned a 1,312-day delay in challenging an ex-parte decree for specific performance of a 2013 land sale agreement. The Court ruled that the respondents’ explanation—lost legal files—was insufficient, noting their awareness of the decree since 2018. Emphasizing diligence over delay, the Court restored the Trial Court’s decision, favoring the appellant who had deposited the balance sale consideration.
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