55th FIR Registered Against Mohali Real Estate Developer Bajwa
A fresh case of property fraud has been registered against Mohali-based realtor Jarnail Singh Bajwa, bringing the total number of FIRs against him to 55. Kharar resident Manjit Kaur accused Bajwa of cheating her of ₹15.75 lakh for the purchase of a shop-c
Property FraudReal EstateMohaliJarnail Singh BajwaSunny EnclaveReal Estate NewsOct 14, 2024
Bajwa is the managing director of Sunny Enclave, a prominent housing project in Mohali. The latest complaint was filed by Kharar resident Manjit Kaur, who alleged that she was defrauded of ₹15.75 lakh for the purchase of a shop-cum-office (SCO) at Hill View Market, Sector 125, Sunny Enclave, Kharar.
Manjit Kaur approached a local court, which directed the Mohali senior superintendent of police (SSP) and the City Kharar station-house officer (SHO) to register an FIR. The police subsequently filed a case under Sections 406 (criminal breach of trust), 420 (cheating), 467 (forgery of valuable securities), and 471 (dishonest use of a forged document) of the Indian Penal Code (IPC).
Kaur alleged that Bajwa had falsely claimed that there was no loan or dispute over the SCO and that he had received approval from the Greater Mohali Area Development Authority (GMADA) and the Kharar Municipal Committee. She paid ₹15.75 lakh for the property, only to later discover that Bajwa had executed a faulty sale deed with incorrect khasra numbers. She also found out that Bajwa, in collusion with others, had not obtained the necessary site plan approval from the municipal committee.
Further investigation revealed that the site of the SCO, along with other plots, was mortgaged to the Punjab and Sind Bank, Sector 17, Chandigarh. The bank had issued an e-auction notice for the property.
Bajwa's legal troubles mounted when he was arrested on August 29, following a summons from the Punjab and Haryana High Court. The court had sought details of the cases registered against the developer and the status of the investigation. However, on October 4, the Supreme Court stayed the High Court's orders for the attachment of Bajwa’s properties at 30 different locations, except his house in Sector 71. Prior to this, the court had also ordered the freezing of 52 bank accounts held by Bajwa and his firms, M/s Bajwa Developers Limited and Bajwa Land Developers and Promoters Private Limited.
The ongoing legal battles and multiple FIRs have raised concerns about the integrity and practices of real estate developers in the region. The case highlights the need for stringent regulation and oversight to protect buyers from fraudulent activities.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Jarnail Singh Bajwa?
Jarnail Singh Bajwa is a real estate developer based in Mohali, known for his involvement in various property development projects, including Sunny Enclave.
What is the Sunny Enclave project?
Sunny Enclave is a housing project in Mohali, developed by Jarnail Singh Bajwa. It is located in Sector 125, Kharar, and has been the subject of multiple legal disputes involving property fraud.
How many FIRs have been registered against Jarnail Singh Bajwa?
As of the recent developments, 55 FIRs have been registered against Jarnail Singh Bajwa, primarily for allegations of property fraud.
What did Manjit Kaur accuse Bajwa of?
Manjit Kaur accused Bajwa of cheating her of ₹15.75 lakh for the purchase of a shop-cum-office (SCO) at Hill View Market, Sector 125, Sunny Enclave, Kharar. She alleged that the sale deed was faulty and that the property was already mortgaged to a bank.
What legal actions have been taken against Bajwa?
Bajwa has been arrested and multiple FIRs have been registered against him. The Supreme Court stayed the High Court's orders for the attachment of his properties at 30 different locations, except his house in Sector 71. Additionally, 52 of his bank accounts have been frozen.
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