Nine Years Homeless After Paying in Full - RERA Forces Housing Board to Pay Rs. 15.8 Lakh
A homebuyer finally got justice after waiting nine long years for her government-backed affordable housing unit. The Real Estate Regulatory Authority (RERA) has ordered the Housing Board to refund the full amount she paid, along with interest.
Deepti Parekh booked her flat under the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana and Chief Minister Housing Scheme. She paid the full Rs. 8.5 lakh by 2018, expecting to move in by 2019. Instead, she kept paying rent while still servicing her housing loan. The Housing Board repeatedly promised alternatives, but nothing was handed over.
The Housing Board blamed technical and financial problems for the delay. They argued that some blocks weren’t financially viable and that Parekh had opportunities to move into other flats. RERA rejected these excuses, ruling that she was entitled to a full refund plus interest. The total amount due came to Rs. 15.84 lakh, to be paid within 30 days.
This ruling is a big win for homebuyers stuck in delayed government housing projects. It shows that even state authorities cannot ignore the rights of buyers. Prolonged delays aren’t just frustrating-they can now be legally challenged, with full refunds and interest on the line.
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