Landlords Must Follow Legal Process to Evict Tenants Who Sublet Without Permission
Landlords in India have limited options when tenants sublet a property in violation of lease terms. Taking matters into one's own hands — such as changing locks — is illegal and can expose landlords to legal liability. The proper route involves filing for eviction through rent control authorities or civil courts, supported by evidence of unauthorized subletting. Tenants are required to obtain written landlord consent before subletting, and failing to do so constitutes a valid ground for eviction under tenancy law.
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