Shop tenant won’t vacate

What usually matters in this situation, and the papers to keep ready before you meet an advocate or free legal aid (call 15100).

Your situation

Next step Eviction must go through the rent authority or court — never by force.

Rent payment records for the whole tenancy
Decides default claims. Where: Bank/UPI statements, receipts.
Ownership papers of the property
Landlords must show their right to let/evict. Where: Sale deed, tax receipts.
Messages between landlord and tenant
Shows threats, promises or admissions. Where: Phone.

Rent agreement and any renewals — Starting point for both sides.
Proof of tenancy without agreement (rent receipts, address proofs, police verification, utility bills) — Needed when nothing is written.
The notice (sent or received) with postal proof — Defective notices are a common defence.
Proof of the owner's genuine need (family size, current housing, business plans) — A common eviction ground that must be proved.
Photos of the property's condition and repair bills — Answers damage claims.
Police verification form — Supports the tenancy record.

Tenancy is governed by state rent laws (some states follow the Model Tenancy Act), the rent agreement, and the Transfer of Property Act.

General information, not legal advice.