#Public Trust Act

The Madhya Pradesh High Court has ruled that when a public trust is left without any functioning trustee, the Registrar of Public Trusts may directly file a reference before the court under Section 26 - bypassing redundant administrative reviews. This empowers the Registrar to act swiftly to protect trust assets and uphold public interest, setting a vital precedent for trust governance in cases of managerial vacuum.

The Bombay High Court has ruled that membership validity for voting in public trust elections hinges on documented payment of life fees and unchallenged enrollment. Outgoing managing committees lose all authority upon term expiry and cannot admit new members or conduct elections, ensuring democratic continuity and preventing post-term manipulation of trust governance.

Bombay HC refuses to intervene in the Asiatic Society's election process, ruling that absence of a valid election programme justifies the Charity Commissioner's stay. The judgment reinforces that courts must not interfere in governance matters unless procedural compliance is demonstrated, impacting public trusts and regulatory oversight.