India, Oct. 30 -- The redevelopment of a 44-year-old housing society in Mumbai was stalled after the Enforcement Directorate (ED) attached one of its flats. The Bombay High Court (HC) has now directed the agency to issue a no-objection certificate (NOC) within six weeks, allowing the society to appoint a developer and proceed with redevelopment.

In its October 13, 2026, order, the HC held that the ED's interests could be protected through safeguards covering the replacement flat and the financial benefits arising from it.

The case concerns Antaral Co-operative Housing Society in Mumbai, which has 10 flats and 12 members. The building is more than 44 years old and, according to the society's plea before the court, lacks modern safety ame...