- Under the provisions of Sarfaesi Act, 2002, Bank used to take symbolic possession of the property , and property is left in the possession of the defaulter borrower, and further advertise for auction .
- But, it is the duty of the bank to handover a clear title with clear physical possession to the intending buyer at the time of auction.
- Otherwise , if you will go to purchase without a clear possession i.e without vacating the tenants from the property , then you may face problem from the tenants.
- Yes, further the tenants can approach court for continuing the tenancy as per law.
- If , the lease has been expired , then the tenant has no right to continue in the property , but they can approach you /court for the renewal of lease deed.
- At the time of renewal of the lease deed , owner can put condition to raise the rent .
- Before purchasing the said property , you should approach the bank , to give you a clear & vacant possession , and the bank is bound for the same as per law.