1. This petition impugns the order of Rent Controller passed on application under Section 16(1) of Sindh Rented Premises Ordinance, 1979, whereby the petitioner was directed to deposit rent from September 2009 and onwards at the rate of Rs,65,000/- per month, amounting to Rs,650,000/- being the sent for 10 months, which amount was not allowed to be withdrawn till final disposal of the matter.
2. The learned counsel for the petitioner contends that the monthly rent of the premises was of Rs, 27,000/- and not Rs,65,000/- per month as alleged.
3. It is an admitted position that after service of legal notice dated 14.12.2009, wherein default has been alleged from June 2009 and onwards; the petitioner has not paid any amount to the Respondent A No, 1 as rent nor deposited the same in Court. Hence, in view of this factual position, the version of the petitioner cannot be taken into consideration and this Court in its Constitutional Jurisdiction finds no justification to interfere with the findings of Rent Controller, who passed the order after taking into consideration the stance of both the parties.
4. The petition, in the above terms, stands disposed of alongwith the listed applications. revisions by the competent authorities. Therefore, it is advisable to consult the official sources or legal professionals for the most up-to-date and accurate information.