Saif Ali Khan Faces Legal Battle Over Pataudi Properties Worth Rs.15,000 Crore

The Madhya Pradesh High Court has directed actor Saif Ali Khan to approach the appellate authority to contest the central government's declaration of Pataudi family properties worth Rs.15,000 crore as "enemy property."

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The Enemy Property Act and Its Impact

The dispute arises from the Enemy Property Act, enacted in 1968, which allows the Indian government to claim properties of individuals who migrated to Pakistan post-Partition. A 2016 ordinance further clarified that heirs of such properties would have no legal rights over them.

Prominent properties under scrutiny include:

Flag Staff House
Noor-Us-Sabah Palace
Dar-Us-Salam
Bungalow of Habibi
Ahmedabad Palace
Kohefiza Property

Court's Directions to Saif Ali Khan

Justice Vivek Agarwal advised Khan to file a representation with the tribunal within 30 days under the amended Enemy Property Act, 2017. The court clarified that if the appeal was submitted on time, the tribunal would assess the matter based on its merits, overlooking any limitation issues.

As of now, it remains unclear if Khan has filed his appeal. Bhopal Collector Kaushlendra Singh stated that the administration will study the court’s order before taking further steps.

This legal battle places a significant spotlight on the historical properties of the Pataudi family and their uncertain future.

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