Case Study: Builder Delay & Refund – Consumer Forum, Adilabad
📅 Filed: 2020 | Duration: 7 months | Status: Resolved with full refund & compensation
Client: Mr. Rajeev (Name changed)
Case Type: Builder delay, refund & compensation under Consumer Protection Act, 2019
Jurisdiction: District Consumer Disputes Redressal Forum, Adilabad
Mr. Rajeev booked a 2BHK flat in Adilabad from a reputed builder in 2020, with full payment completed and delivery promised within 15 months. However, even after 24 months, there was no construction at the site, and the builder kept avoiding refund requests.
Advocate Abdul Kaleem filed a complaint in the District Consumer Forum under the Consumer Protection Act. Strong evidence, including the agreement, payment receipts, and WhatsApp chats, were submitted to highlight the delay and deficiency in service.
The Consumer Forum passed a favorable order directing the builder to refund the entire amount with 9% interest, along with ₹50,000 in compensation for mental harassment and legal costs.
🔍 Key Legal Highlights:
- Case filed under Consumer Protection Act, 2019
- Claimed refund + interest + compensation
- Builder found guilty of deficiency in service
- Order executed within 7 months
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