SCDRC Directs Omaxe Chandigarh Extension to Compensate Buyer for Delay

18 Jul 2024 CW Team

The State Consumer Disputes Redressal Commission (SCDRC) has ruled in favour of a homebuyer, directing Omaxe Chandigarh Extension Developers to compensate for the delay in handing over possession of a property. This decision marks a significant development in the ongoing dispute between the buyer and the real estate developer. According to the order, Omaxe Chandigarh Extension Developers are required to pay compensation to the buyer for the delayed possession of the property. The SCDRC's directive emphasises consumer rights and aims to provide relief to the affected homebuyer who faced inconvenience and financial losses due to the delay. The case highlights challenges faced by homebuyers in obtaining timely possession of properties and underscores the importance of regulatory interventions in safeguarding consumer interests. The commission's decision underscores its commitment to ensuring accountability and adherence to delivery timelines in the real estate sector.

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