#sealing of premises

MP High Court reaffirms that municipal corporations cannot resort to sealing premises as a coercive measure for property tax recovery, as it violates principles of natural justice. The ruling mandates authorities to pursue lawful recovery mechanisms under municipal statutes, protecting property owners from arbitrary administrative actions.

Madhya Pradesh High Court rules that municipal corporations cannot seal properties for tax recovery without first adjudicating objections and providing a reasoned order. The decision reinforces procedural fairness, directing Indore Municipal Corporation to de-seal properties pending hearing on tax disputes.