Bombay High Court Dismisses Developer's Appeal Due to 1,132-Day Delay

The Bombay High Court has dismissed an appeal by a developer against a National Consumer Disputes Redressal Commission (NCDRC) order, citing an inordinate delay of 1,132 days in filing.

The NCDRC upheld a 2018 State Commission decision directing the developer to compensate a homebuyer with ₹11 lakh for failing to deliver flat possession within 24 months, along with ₹1 lakh for mental agony and ₹20,000 in litigation costs.

The developer attributed the delay to the COVID-19 pandemic and internal firm issues, but the court found these reasons insufficient.

Emphasizing the Consumer Protection Act's role in safeguarding consumers, the court stated that technicalities should not hinder the delivery of timely justice.