Delhi High Court Restrains Punjabi Haveli from Using Haveli Trademark

The Delhi High Court has restrained a Ludhiana-based company running "Punjabi Haveli" from using the "Haveli" trademark and directed the removal of its advertisements and listings from third-party websites.

Justice Manmeet Pritam Singh Arora passed an ex parte ad interim order in favour of Haveli Restaurant and Resorts Ltd, noting that the defendant's branding copied the plaintiff's distinctive red-and-white colour scheme, font, artistic elements, and cultural theme.

The Court held that such imitation was aimed at riding on Haveli's goodwill and reputation.

The defendant must also take down its hoardings, boards, and social media accounts.

[Haveli Restaurant and Resorts Ltd v Adison Resorts Limited]