Compliance of Honble Supreme Courts Order dated 16.06.2026 in Civil Appeal No 3047/2010 titled "PUDA and Another Vs Gurcharan Singh Gill Thr.LR. and Another"...

Notice of Compliance with Supreme Court Order Dated 16.06.2026

A notice has been issued in Civil Appeal No. 3047 of 2010 before the Supreme Court of India, Civil Appellate Jurisdiction. The matter concerns Gurcharan Singh Gill (Dead) through Legal Representatives and Another versus Sonu Gill and Another. The notice has been issued as part of the court's process for serving the concerned respondent and informing them about the pending appeal.

Background of the Proceedings

The appeal was listed before the Supreme Court on 03 October 2024. During that hearing, the Court allowed several interlocutory applications and directed that fresh steps be taken to serve notice on the newly added respondents. The matter was directed to be listed again on 25 November 2024. The case was subsequently placed before the Court of the learned Registrar on 16 June 2026.

Order Passed by the Registrar

During the proceedings on 16 June 2026, the Court noted that service had already been completed on Respondent No. 2, but no appearance had been entered. The counsel for the appellant had filed an application seeking substituted service through newspaper publication for serving the sole legal representative of deceased Respondent No. 1. The application was allowed. The counsel for the appellant was directed to file an affidavit along with proof of the newspaper publication by 13 July 2026. The matter was then directed to be listed again on 06 August 2026.

Notice to the Respondent

Through the present publication, the concerned respondent is informed that the above appeal will be listed for hearing before the Supreme Court in due course. The respondent may appear before the Court either:

• Personally, or
• Through an Advocate-on-Record duly appointed before the Supreme Court.

The respondent has been asked to show cause on the date that will subsequently be fixed as to why leave to appeal should not be granted.

Opportunity to File an Affidavit

The notice also states that the respondent may file an affidavit in opposition to the petition. The affidavit should be filed at the earliest after publication of the notice or, at the latest, two weeks before the date fixed for hearing, whichever is earlier. The response is required to address the grounds of opposition to the questions of law or grounds raised in the appeal. Relevant pleadings and documents filed before the tribunal whose order is under appeal may also be produced, as applicable.

If the Respondent Does Not Appear

The notice specifically states that if the concerned respondent does not enter appearance as required, no further notice will be given and the matter may be disposed of in the respondent's absence. This makes it important for the concerned party to take appropriate steps after receiving the notice.

Geographical Context of Affected Areas

The affected regions are part of Greater Mohali, managed by GMADA and PUDA authorities. Sector 63 SAS Nagar is a key zone within the Aerotropolis development corridor. These lands are incorporated into city expansion plans connected to the Allied Schemes and infrastructure improvements linked to the Aerotropolis project. Land pooling and parcel adjustments are central to this zone’s development, reflecting the area's shift from rural land to urbanized space.

Historical and Developmental Background

Greater Mohali has evolved from primarily agricultural land to a planned urban area under GMADA’s master plan. Land pooling schemes and development approvals are fundamental to this transformation. In land pooling, landowners transfer parcels for development and receive vested plots in return, enabling organized urban growth. Disputes over land ownership and legal cases, including Civil Appeal No 3047/2010, have arisen over ownership rights and scheme compliance. This notice addresses efforts to resolve these issues and validate land transactions in line with development schemes, especially as GMADA aligns legal compliance with infrastructure projects like the Aerotropolis.

Significance for GMADA’s Development Plans

Compliance with the Supreme Court’s order underscores GMADA’s commitment to lawful urban development in Greater Mohali. It aims to ensure land pooling and scheme approvals are transparent, well-documented, and legally validated. This transparency is crucial for maintaining investor confidence and safeguarding landowner rights, particularly in large-scale ventures like the Aerotropolis. Legal adherence enables GMADA to progress infrastructure development, industrial zones, residential sectors, and commercial hubs effectively, supporting the region’s broader growth objectives.

Key Details and Next Steps

• Notice Date: August 20, 2026

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