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Saif Ali Khan's INR15,000 Crore Property Declared 'Enemy Property'

7/5/2025

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Summary

Story summary

Saif Ali Khan's ancestral properties in Bhopal, valued at INR15,000 crore, are at risk after the Madhya Pradesh High Court dismissed his petition, labeling them as 'enemy property.' This ruling stems from a 2014 declaration linked to his great-grandmother's migration to Pakistan, paving the way for government acquisition and leaving Khan grappling with a significant loss.

History

Historical Context

The Enemy Property Act, enacted in India in 1965, allowed the government to seize properties of individuals who migrated to Pakistan during the Partition. This law has impacted many families, including the Pataudi family, whose ancestral properties in Bhopal are now valued at INR15,000 crore. A recent Madhya Pradesh High Court ruling underscores the ongoing legal battles stemming from historical migrations and property rights in India.

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Story summary

Saif Ali Khan's ancestral properties in Bhopal, valued at INR15,000 crore, are at risk after the Madhya Pradesh High Court dismissed his petition, labeling them as 'enemy property.' This ruling stems from a 2014 declaration linked to his great-grandmother's migration to Pakistan, paving the way for government acquisition and leaving Khan grappling with a significant loss.

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