After 30 April 2026, if you have not agreed to renew, the tenant cannot force an extension; expiry of the fixed term ends the lease, and “holding over” needs the landlord’s consent.

Do not remove him by force, change locks, or cut electricity. Send a final advocate notice and immediately file an eviction/possession case with claim for compensation for unauthorised stay before the proper Rent/Civil Court.

His ₹5 lakh claim is not automatically payable; such expenses are recoverable only in limited situations, and generally a tenant may remove his own additions rather than demand payment.

Also make a written complaint to the electricity company for meter inspection and billing audit; consumer grievance forums exist under the Electricity Act if billing issues are not resolved.

Issue legal notice to tens tenant to vacate the premises 

If he refuses file suit for eviction 

you don t have to pay tenant Rs 5 lakhs for renovation done by him 

Since there is a written rental agreement ending on 30 April 2026 and no renewal has been agreed, the tenant becomes an unauthorized occupant after expiry of the term. His refusal to vacate has no legal justification merely because he wishes to continue till November or is demanding renewal.

The claim of ₹5 lakh allegedly spent on the property does not give him any legal right to continue in possession. In law, a tenant cannot carry out structural or major work without the landlord’s consent and then seek reimbursement as a condition for vacating. Unless such expenses were expressly authorized in writing, his claim is not enforceable and cannot be used to retain possession.

Your immediate remedy is to initiate eviction proceedings before the appropriate civil court or rent authority, depending on the applicable local rent law. Along with eviction, you can also claim mesne profits/occupation charges for the period he continues to occupy the premises after expiry of the agreement.

Before filing the case, it is advisable to send a final legal notice clearly terminating the tenancy (if not already done formally) and calling upon him to vacate within a specified time. This strengthens your case.

You should also avoid any self-help measures such as forcibly removing the tenant, disconnecting essential services, or changing locks, as these can create legal complications. The process must be followed strictly through court.

Regarding the electricity issue, you should immediately:

verify the meter status with the electricity department,

check whether there is any tampering, illegal connection, or billing irregularity,

and place this on record, as it may indicate misuse.

If the tenant’s conduct becomes threatening or coercive, you may also lodge a police complaint for criminal intimidation or trespass (post expiry), but eviction will still have to be pursued through civil process.

In conclusion, the tenant has no legal right to continue after expiry of the agreement or to demand reimbursement as a precondition for vacating. The appropriate course is to issue a final legal notice and promptly initiate eviction proceedings along with claim for damages for unauthorized occupation.

Please feel free to reach out if you require assistance in drafting the eviction notice or filing the case.

You can send a legal notice and file eviction suit against him

The tenant is attempting a  coercive tactics (monetary demands and refusal to leave) to force a lease renewal.

As you have already notified the tenant or issued a legal notice to vacate, since the tenant has explicitly stated they will not vacate, you must move from "communication" to "legal action" immediately to avoid the tenancy becoming an "at-will" or "holding over" arrangement that could complicate eviction. 

Even if you have sent notices, have a lawyer draft a formal Notice to Quit. This notice should state that the tenancy terminates on 30 April 2026, and any stay beyond that will be treated as unauthorized occupation. you can make a claim for for Mesne Profits, mention in the notice that for every day they stay past April 30, they will be liable to pay Mesne Profits (damages for unauthorized use). Under the Model Tenancy Act, you can often claim double the monthly rent for the first two months and four times thereafter. 

 If they do not leave by May 1,  you file a suit for Restoration of Possession and Permanent Injunction in the Civil Court or with the Rent Authority.

Any standard rental agreements prohibit structural changes or major repairs without written consent. If you never authorized the work, the tenant cannot legally demand reimbursement especially the compensation of Rs. 5 lakhs 

The tenants are responsible for minor repairs. Major improvements made without your consent are considered "gratuitous" or even "waste" (damage to property), which can actually be a ground for eviction.

You have a right to inspect the property with reasonable notice. Do not go alone; take a witness.

As far as the electricity utility unpaid bills, do not wait for the tenant. Contact the electricity board (e.g., BESCOM, TNEB, Tata Power) and request a meter inspection. If there is tampering, the tenant is liable for the penalties. As the owner, the connection is likely in your name. If the tenant has bypassed the meter, you could face legal consequences from the utility board unless you report the discrepancy officially.

Do not accept the rent. Accepting rent after April 30 can be interpreted as a "renewal by conduct."

Sir/Madam, 

You are suggested to send a legal notice to the tenant asking to vacate the premises by end date, else pay the charges extra for mense profit and illegal use of the property. If the tenant is not vacating the property, file the suit before the court.