Bengaluru rentals: What can tenants do if landlords do not refund the security deposit?

As rents in Bengaluru continue to soar, landlords are demanding security deposits of six to nine months' rent, often exceeding ₹3 lakh.

Lawyers suggest sending a legal notice to the landlord to refund the deposit. However, the rent agreement must be registered with the sub-registrar's office

As rents in Bengaluru continue to soar, landlords are demanding security deposits of six to nine months' rent, often exceeding ₹3 lakh. However, many tenants face challenges when landlords refuse to refund the deposit or impose hefty deductions at the end of the lease. Read more

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