#Maharashtra Public Trusts Act

Bombay High Court ruled that Section 47 of the Maharashtra Public Trusts Act cannot be invoked to appoint trustees after elections have been held as per a sanctioned scheme. The Court quashed an order that effectively extended trustees' terms, emphasizing adherence to the sanctioned election process and directing fresh elections by October 1, 2026. This ruling reinforces the primacy of sanctioned schemes over administrative appointments in trust governance.

Bombay High Court rules that revocation of a trust property sanction under Section 36(2) of the Maharashtra Public Trusts Act demands clear proof of fraud, not mere irregularities or disagreements. The judgment reinforces the high threshold for interference in trust property transactions, protecting trustees from arbitrary revocation.

The Bombay High Court has affirmed that the Charity Commissioner can override hereditary succession in public trusts only when there is clear evidence of neglect or mismanagement under Section 50A of the Maharashtra Public Trusts Act. This ruling reinforces that lineage alone cannot dictate trustee appointments in charitable institutions, strengthening accountability in public trust administration.

Bombay High Court holds that permanent trustees under the Maharashtra Public Trusts Act, 1950 cannot be removed without notice, hearing, or valid cause, reinforcing natural justice and trust deed compliance.

Bombay High Court holds that Charity Commissioner cannot bypass trust deed provisions for trustee elections under Section 47; statutory powers must align with governing documents.

Bombay High Court holds that Section 41A of the Maharashtra Public Trusts Act does not empower Charity Commissioners to order public apologies unrelated to trust property or income.