When Status Quo Order Is Passed Over Possession Of Suit Property, Party In Possession Can Raise Construction On Their Share: J&K High Court

J&K HC upholds status quo on disputed property construction, preserving parties’ rights pending suit resolution. The Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh High Court has ruled that a "status quo" order relating to the possession of a disputed property does not automatically bar parties from raising construction on the portion of the property already in their possession. The court clarified that the order's intent was to maintain the existing state of possession, not to impose a blanket prohibition on construction activities, unless explicitly stated. This decision helps preserve the rights of parties to utilize their existing possession while a suit for declaration, injunction, and partition is being adjudicated.