Bombay High Court: Elderly Parents Cannot Be Forced to House Children
In a noteworthy ruling, the Bombay High Court stated that senior citizens have the right to deny housing to their adult children or in-laws if they wish to live in peace and privacy.
The court passed this judgment in response to a plea by an elderly couple who sought legal recourse to remove their son and his wife from their house. The bench emphasized that property ownership, especially in old age, must be respected and protected by law.
The order references the Maintenance and Welfare of Parents and Senior Citizens Act, 2007, which empowers aged individuals to reclaim control over their property and residence from unwilling family members.
As family conflicts rise over space and care, this decision affirms the legal right of parents to seek mental peace and safety in their own homes—without pressure from dependent family members.
The judgment is expected to influence future property disputes and is being seen as a major victory for the elderly community across India.