The Milestone Flat case has drawn attention due to allegations of delayed possession, demolition without notice, and deficiency of service in a housing project in Panvel. The dispute involves multiple entities, including LA Tim Developers and associated firms, with proceedings linked to FIR records and court cases spanning several years. Complainants allege that despite full payment, possession was delayed, and the originally allotted flat was altered. The matter remains under judicial consideration, and no final determination of liability has been made by any competent authority.

Milestone Flat Case details: Alleged Demolition, Deficiency of Service, and Long-Delayed Justice in Panvel Project

Court-linked records and case summaries raise serious questions over alleged deficiency of service, demolition without notice, disputed possession, and prolonged proceedings involving the Milestone project.

The Milestone flat case concerns allegations of deficient construction, delayed possession, alleged cheating, criminal breach of trust, and demolition of a flat-linked structure (with the possessions )without prior notice.

According to the case material, the dispute involves Rahul Timbadia, La Tim Developers, La Tim Lifestyle and Resorts Ltd, M/s. Vasudha Developers, and M/s. Proviso Builders & Developers.

Milestone Project Case: Court Records and FIR Details

The matter is linked to FIR No. 218 of 2015, registered at Panvel Police Station on 2 May 2015 against the concerned accused persons.

The case references APPLN/536/2015 dated 24 August 2015, APPP/210/2016 dated 8 March 2016, and WP/2307/2015 dated 16 June 2015.

It also refers to Case No. 500008/2018, dated 2 January 2018, with CNR No. MHRG050105052016, before the Panvel court.

The proceedings are shown as RCC, before Court No. 11, 5th Joint Civil Judge JD and JMFC, Panvel.

The criminal case is titled State vs Rahul Timbadia and others, including Brijmohan Acharuram Gupta, Sau Suman Brijmohan Gupta, and Kashish Brijmohan Gupta.

Booking, Possession Promise, and Alleged Delay

The complainants, whose names are being withheld for privacy, reportedly booked Flat No. A-201 in the residential project called “Milestone” on 31 August 1995.

The project was promoted by Rahul Timbadia, with a booking amount of ₹49,200, and possession was allegedly promised by March 1997.

The project brochure allegedly promised “delivery on the dot,” along with walkways, trees, four gardens, a children’s park, a society store, a clubhouse, water, electricity, and security.

The total consideration was stated as ₹4,42,800, paid in instalments by 31 August 1996, followed by alleged silence from developers between 1996 and 1998.

The final instalment of ₹49,000 was reportedly paid on 8 May 1999, but possession allegedly remained delayed beyond the promised timeline.

Flat Changed From A-201 to C-201

According to the complaint summary, the complainants were allegedly compelled to accept Flat No. C-201 instead of the originally booked Flat No. A-201.

The reason cited was that Flat A-201 had not been constructed, while Flat C-201 was allegedly (at least) around 75% complete at that stage.

An Agreement for Sale dated 19 November 1999 was later executed with LA Tim Developers, with M/s. Vasudha Developers as the confirming party.

The agreement concerned Flat No. C-201, measuring 615 sq. ft built-up area, on the second floor of Milestone Building.

The flat was situated on Survey Nos. 154(1) and 162(3) at Village Shirdhone, Taluka Panvel, District Raigad.

Sale Deed, Payments, and Alleged Deficiency

A Sale Deed dated 4 January 2007 was executed and registered before the Sub-Registrar, Panvel-3, after payment of statutory charges.

The complainants claimed they acquired rights, title, and interest after paying the consideration amount and other charges demanded by the developer.

Additional payments included ₹13,200 stamp duty, ₹5,440 registration fees, ₹7,500 miscellaneous charges, and ₹9,000 for Gram Panchayat tax and electricity connection.

Further payments allegedly included ₹7,350 for painting, electric meter and maintenance, ₹7,400 maintenance for 2006-07, and ₹7,400 maintenance for 2007-08.

The complainants also referred to an electricity bill of ₹1,420, issued by Maharashtra State Electricity Distribution Company Ltd on 4 May 2007.

Alleged Demolition Without Knowledge

On 4 January 2007, the complainants visited the flat and allegedly noticed pending internal electrical work, kitchen fittings, and washroom pipe fittings.

They reportedly addressed an email on the same date, pointing out these defects and raising concerns regarding the alleged deficiency of service.

The flat was allegedly used as a second home, where valuable personal articles, paintings, old books, research articles, coins, micro art pieces, and dental instruments were stored.

In 2008, one complainant reportedly suffered from Autoimmune Thrombocytopenic Purpura, or ITP, requiring hospitalisation and preventing regular visits.

Another family member was reportedly employed in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, which allegedly made routine inspection and upkeep difficult during the relevant period.

On 19 April 2015, the complainant allegedly visited the site and discovered that the entire Milestone Building had been demolished.

According to the complaint, only a fresh plinth-level structure existed, and the complainants’ possessions kept inside the flat were allegedly missing, along with the flat.

At the site, a board of M/s. Proviso Builders & Developers was allegedly displayed, with the company claiming ownership of the site.

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Notices to Proviso Builders and Developers

On 21 April 2015, the complainants, through their advocate, issued a letter to the opposite party seeking legal authority for entering the site.

The notice asked who had authorised fresh construction at the location where the complainants claimed their flat previously existed.

A separate notice was also issued to Proviso Builders & Developers on 21 April 2015, seeking documents and project-related details.

Proviso reportedly replied on 20 May 2015, but allegedly did not furnish the documents requested in the notice dated 21 April 2015.

A rejoinder was subsequently issued on 29 June 2015, again calling upon Proviso to provide copies of the relevant documents and details.

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Anticipatory Bail Proceedings and High Court Record

Following the FIR, the applicant reportedly filed Miscellaneous Criminal Application No. 821 of 2015 before the Sessions Court, Raigad.

On 14 August 2015, the Sessions Court reportedly granted interim bail to the applicant in connection with the criminal proceedings.

The complainant later intervened in the proceedings, and on 5 January 2016, the Sessions Court, Raigad, reportedly rejected the applicant’s application.

The matter also references Intervention Application No. 210 of 2016 in Anticipatory Bail Application No. 228 of 2016.

The parties referenced include Rahul Timbadia, described as the owner of La Tim Lifestyle and Resorts Ltd, the Senior Inspector of Police, Panvel, and the State of Maharashtra.

According to the case summary, Rahul Timbadia later approached the Bombay High Court seeking anticipatory bail through an application dated 2 February 2016.

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Alleged Non-Disclosure and Proviso Connection

The complainants allege that in court pleadings, Rahul Timbadia admitted that the Milestone Building was demolished due to deficient services and structural issues.

However, they further allege that he failed to disclose his alleged connection or partnership with Proviso Builders, which later appeared (at the same site) on his website.

The complainants contend that if sub-standard construction caused demolition, then the responsible parties must compensate them for loss of flat, articles, and mental agony as well as legal expenses incurred so far.

They also allege that the developer continued writing letters and raising demands despite having received payments and despite no proper maintenance being carried out.

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Reliefs Sought Before Consumer Forum

The complainants have sought a declaration that the opposite parties were guilty of alleged unfair trade practices and deficiency of service.

They seek a refund of ₹4,92,000, with interest at 18% per annum from the dates of instalment payments from 1995 onward.

They also seek a refund of additional payments, including stamp duty, registration charges, maintenance, electricity bill payments, and additional painting charges.

Further, compensation of ₹5,00,000 has been sought towards mental agony and actual legal costs of 3lakhs incurred in pursuing the complaint.

The complaint also refers to the order concerning the adjacent Flat No. C-202 of Gajanan Patil, for comparison or supporting reference.

Vastu Plot No. 27 and Vasudha Estate Dispute

The case material also refers to a connected dispute involving Vastu Plot No. 27, later linked to Vasudha Plot Nos. V-103 and V-104.

A sale deed was reportedly executed on 12 February 1996 between La Tim Lifestyle & Resorts Ltd and the complainant side.

The original plot measured 342 square yards, along with 964 square yards of garden area, for an all-inclusive price of ₹1,19,400.

Payments were allegedly made as ₹10,000 on 25 November 1995, ₹20,000 on 14 December 1995, and ₹89,400 on 1 February 1996.

The complainant’s side states that the full and final payment was completed on 1 February 1996, supported by receipts and correspondence.

Letters, Meetings, and Plot Shifting

A gathering of plot owners was reportedly held on 8 February 1998, followed by a La Tim letter dated 10 February 1998.

Another letter dated 5 July 1998 called members for an 11 October 1998 meeting concerning development, progress, society formation, registration, and maintenance supervision.

A letter dated 16 June 2000 reportedly informed the complainant side about progress concerning Vastu Plot No. 27.

Another letter dated 25 September 2000 recorded a site visit by members on 24 September 2000.

La Tim was reportedly represented during the site visit by Rahul Timbadia, VP Shri Mohan Timbadia, and project in-charge Shri Ramanna Poojari.

La Tim allegedly offered construction at ₹700 per square foot, according to the correspondence referred to in the case summary.

Vasudha Estate Reallocation Allegations

On 1 December 2006, La Tim reportedly issued a letter offering to shift plot owners to Vasudha Estate, citing irrigation department regulations.

A mutually agreed letter dated 24 May 2008 was reportedly signed for shifting Plot No. 27 from Vastu to Vasudha Estate.

A new agreement dated 3 July 2008 was later signed for Plot Nos. V-103 and V-104, measuring 667 square yards.

The complainant side claims this transfer was agreed with an assurance that no further payment would be demanded.

On 25 March 2024, a site visit allegedly revealed further issues, including renumbering of plots and inability to identify the reallocated plot.

The local society manager, Mr. Shashi Sajekar, reportedly took the complainant around the estate during the site visit.

Records were allegedly checked with local manager Mr. Mukul, but the plot reallocated to the complainant side could not be located.

They were then asked to contact Mr. Umesh Kalantare of La Tim Lifestyle, corporate office, Vile Parle West.

Demand Notices and Disputed Dues

According to the complainant side, no prior intimation was sent by La Tim Lifestyle Resorts Ltd regarding renumbering or reallocation until 25 March 2024.

On 5 April 2024, the sales team allegedly emailed that old dues must be cleared if the complainant wanted to transfer to a new plot.

The email allegedly attached a La Tim letter dated 20 November 2009, claimed to have been sent to all members of Vasudha Estate (which they had not sent to the complainant).

The complainant side disputes receipt of that letter and claims La Tim failed to prove service at their unchanged postal address.

A fresh email dated 5 April 2024 allegedly demanded ₹35,000, comprising ₹25,000 for the new development and ₹10,000 for the bungalow plan sanction.

La Tim also allegedly attached an unsigned dues statement demanding ₹5,88,115, calculated with annualised interest at 18% from 2010 to 2023-24.

The complainant side rejected the claim through an email dated 8 April 2024, stating reasons for disputing the demand.

A registered letter dated 4 April 2024 was also sent to La Tim, detailing the history and seeking transfer to a new plot.

La Tim replied on 25 April 2024, acknowledging receipt of the earlier communication and referring to alleged earlier payment request letters.

The company allegedly claimed that letters dated 1 July 2010, 6 December 2010, and 27 May 2011 were sent requesting payment of ₹35,000.

The complainant side disputes this claim, stating no copies or proof of service were attached, despite an unchanged address and mobile details.

A legal notice dated 2 July 2024 was subsequently sent to La Tim, which the complainant side claims remains unanswered.

Broader Legal Questions and Next Steps

The Milestone flat case raises wider questions over consumer protection, builder obligations, registered flat rights, demolition authority, project transfers, and alleged non-disclosure before courts.

The criminal proceedings, according to the provided material, have allegedly remained pending for a prolonged period despite investigation and filing of police findings.

The complainant side argues that the delay has transformed the dispute into a case of “justice delayed, justice denied.”

Sprouts News will continue tracking the matter, including any response from Rahul Timbadia, La Tim Developers, La Tim Lifestyle and Resorts Ltd, and Proviso Builders & Developers.

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