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Allahabad HC rules that impleadment under CPC Order 1 Rule 10(2) is not discretionary but mandatory when a party demonstrates substantial interest in disputed property, particularly where possession and allotment are contested. The judgment reinforces judicial economy by preventing multiplicity of proceedings and ensuring all affected parties are heard.
An executing court cannot compel plot allotment when the decree only requires the land authority to issue a speaking order evaluating entitlement under a policy. This reaffirms that execution is confined to enforcing the decree’s exact terms, not expanding it into substantive relief - a vital check on judicial overreach in land disputes involving public trusts and displaced persons.
NCDRC upholds 9% interest on refunds for delayed plot possession, reinforcing the Supreme Court's ruling in Experion Developers v. Sushma Ashok Shiroor. The decision sets a binding precedent for real estate disputes, ensuring homebuyers receive statutory interest for developer delays.