As per The Economic Times report, The Bombay High Court has ruled in favour of Reliance Industries Limited (RIL), directing the Mumbai Metropolitan Region Development Authority (MMRDA) to refund ₹646 crore.
This order follows a legal battle concerning claims of construction delays by RIL at its Bandra Kurla Complex (BKC).
On April 10, 2026, the Bombay High Court quashed MMRDA's ₹1,116 crore demand against RIL, citing arbitrary actions. The court found that RIL deposited ₹646 crore under coercion as an additional premium penalty.
The court recognised that RIL was compelled to make this deposit without a proper show-cause notice, violating natural justice principles.
The controversy began with a 2006 lease agreement between RIL and MMRDA to develop a convention and commercial complex at BKC. As per the lease terms, RIL was to complete construction within 4 years.
However, due to statutory delays, including environmental and architectural approvals, construction timelines were impacted.
RIL contended that the penalty demand was based on misinterpreted lease clauses. Senior Counsel Vikram Nankarni argued that construction could only start after all necessary plans and approvals were secured, which were finalised in 2014.
The court accepted these arguments, voiding MMRDA's demand and ordering the refund within 90 days.
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The court's judgment also extended to other firms penalised by MMRDA. Suntech Realty, Shree Naman Hotels Pvt Ltd, and Indian Newspaper Society were ordered to receive refunds of ₹52.8 crore, ₹8.9 crore, and ₹22.6 crore, respectively.
As of April 10, 2026, at 11:16 AM, Reliance Industries share price on NSE was trading at ₹1,348.60 up by 1.40% from the previous closing price.
The Bombay High Court's ruling in favour of RIL against MMRDA has set a precedent for dealing with penalties involving complex statutory approvals. The court's decision emphasizes the need for fair procedural conduct and the protection of corporate rights against arbitrary state actions.
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Published on: Apr 10, 2026, 12:15 PM IST
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