Himachal Pradesh High Court Upholds Valid Execution of Will, Dismisses Challenge

The Himachal Pradesh High Court has upheld the validity of a will, ruling that its execution was duly proven in accordance with the requirements of the Hindu Succession Act.

The court dismissed a challenge to the will, emphasising that the testimony of attesting witnesses satisfactorily established that the testator had signed the document in their presence.

The court reinforced that once due execution is proved, the burden shifts to those challenging the will to prove allegations of coercion, fraud, or undue influence. 

The court found no such evidence, confirming the will's legitimacy and the distribution of property as per the testator's wishes.

[Vidya & Ors v Vinita & Ors.]