Shiv Raj Versus others Gair Morusi

Dear Client,

If the land was gifted to you by your grandfather and the ownership stands recorded in your name in the revenue records, you may still have legal remedies to seek possession from the persons cultivating the land (muzaras/tenants). However, in states like Himachal Pradesh, tenancy and land reform laws have granted certain protections to tenants, and in some situations tenants may acquire occupancy or proprietary rights depending on the circumstances and the applicable law. Therefore, the exact position will depend on the current revenue records, tenancy status, and past proceedings before the Tehsildar.

Since a long period has passed, you should first obtain the latest jamabandi and revenue records and verify whether the land is still recorded in your name and under what status the cultivators are shown. Based on that, you may approach the revenue authorities or competent court seeking restoration of possession if legally permissible. It would be advisable to consult a local lawyer or revenue practitioner with all relevant documents to examine the records and guide you on the appropriate legal remedy.