HC Orders Status Quo on 469-Acre Rajpura Land |

Punjab & Haryana HC halts all activity on 469-acre Rajpura land sold for ₹117 crore, citing misuse of industrial property.

The case dates back to 1993 when Punjab planned a 1,000-acre industrial zone in Rajpura through SIEL Ltd’s partnership.

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Landowners say the company used only part of the site, later selling 469 acres meant for industry—sparking legal dispute.

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The High Court’s interim order freezes all construction, sale, or transfer until the full hearing is completed.

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Petitioners argue Punjab’s land acquisition in the 1990s was misused, undermining industrial growth promises in Rajpura.

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Analysts say the decision could slow land deals along the Rajpura–Banur–Mohali belt, key to Tricity’s growth corridor.

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Real estate consultants note rising caution among buyers seeking legal clarity before investing in GMADA zones.

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Experts believe stronger RERA and GMADA monitoring is needed to prevent misuse of industrial land in future projects.

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The case may set a precedent for how Punjab handles land use accountability in its industrial and urban zones.

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CityNest Realty analysts say this ruling shapes Mohali real estate news 2025 by reinforcing trust through transparency.

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