Compensation in case of non-vacancy

Compensation in case of non-vacancy

1. (1) If a tenant fails to vacate the premises let out to him on the termination of the tenancy by order of the Rent Court or otherwise, the tenant shall be liable to pay to the landlord:
   • (a) for the first two months, double the monthly rent;
   • (b) for the period after two months, four times the monthly rent; till he continues to occupy such premises.
2. (2) The Rent Court may, on an application made by the landlord, pass an order for eviction and recovery of rent and compensation as specified in sub-section (1), and in such cases, the Rent Court may also order the disconnection of essential services if the tenant fails to vacate the premises within the time specified by the Rent Court.