Initial registration by false representation cannot be sole reason to deny registration of vehicle in name of innocent purchaser

Imran Humayun Chandiwala Vs State of Maharashtra (Bombay High Court) Bombay High Court held that registration of vehicle in the name of innocent purchaser cannot be cancelled solely on the basis that initial registration was obtained by making false representation on the basis of forged documents. Facts- This Petition under Article 227 of the Constitution of India assails the legality, propriety and correctness of an order dated 9 September 2025 in Appeal No.12 of 2025, passed by the Appellate Authority and Joint Transport Commissioner, Maharashtra State, Mumbai, whereby the Appeal preferred ...