Occupants of Riyaz Manzil vs Union of India

Updates

1. News21 Oct 2026

   Bhopal's Riyaz Manzil Enemy Property Row: MP High Court Stays Eviction, Grants 60 Days To Approach Centre

   The Madhya Pradesh High Court has stayed eviction proceedings against occupants of Riyaz Manzil in Bhopal, granting them 60 days to approach the Central government over an enemy property dispute. The case concerns eight hectares in Kohefiza. Petitioners may approach the Supreme Court if the competent authority rules against them.

   Explanation in simple terms

   What:

   The court stopped the forced removal of residents from a building labeled as enemy property.

   Who:

   The occupants of Riyaz Manzil are the residents, the Union of India is the government authority, and the Madhya Pradesh High Court is the judicial body.

   When:

   Reported on 21 Oct 2026.

   Where:

   Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh, and the Madhya Pradesh High Court.

   Why:

   The court granted the occupants time to submit their case to the central government.

   What it means:

   The occupants may stay in their homes for two months while they contact the central government.

   Free Press Journal
2. News20 Oct 2026

   High Court's major decision: Eviction action on Bhopal's historic Riyaz Manzil stayed, Centre directed to take a decision.

   Explanation in simple terms

   What:

   The court stopped the government from removing people from a historic building.

   Who:

   The occupants of Riyaz Manzil are the residents, the Union of India is the central government, and the Madhya Pradesh High Court is the court.

   When:

   Reported on 20 Oct 2026.

   Where:

   Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh, and the Madhya Pradesh High Court.

   Why:

   The court ordered the central government to reach a formal decision regarding the property.

   What it means:

   The eviction process is currently paused while the government decides on the next steps.

   Amar Ujala