Rent hike during lease: Can your landlord suddenly increase rent?

In India, tenants often encounter steep rent hikes and the looming threat of eviction, primarily due to ambiguous legal standing. The rights and protections available to tenants hinge on their tenancy agreements and the laws of their state. Establishing a written contract shields tenants from arbitrary increases in rent and associated complications, whereas a lack thereof defaults to month-to-month tenancy.

By TOI REAL ESTATE DESK