Mohali, April 22 -- Days after attachment orders were issued, the estate officer of the Greater Mohali Area Development Authority (GMADA) released compensation to a complainant only after a court warrant officer reached his office today to execute the order.

Dramatic scenes unfolded at the GMADA Estate Office when the warrant officer from the Permanent Lok Adalat (PLA) began proceedings to attach the office premises and official vehicle over non-compliance with court directions. As officials initiated seizure of office assets, including air conditioners, furniture, and computers, the estate officer immediately called his staff and issued a cheque to the complainant.

According to documents, a cheque for Rs.1,31,510, drawn on Kotak Mahind...