SWAROOP KUMAR KATIGHAR

• Conducted litigation before the Hon’ble High Court of Telangana, Subordinate Courts, and statutory authorities in matters concerning protection, recovery, and restoration of Government lands and water bodies.
• Drafted writ petitions, counters, rejoinders, affidavits, applications and legal opinions in high-value and sensitive public interest matters.
• Advised the Commissioner and senior officials of HYDRAA on legal strategy, compliance with court orders and enforcement actions.
• Coordinated with Revenue, Municipal, Irrigation, Police and other Government departments for effective implementation of court directions.
• Handled cases involving encroachments on lakes, nalas and prime urban lands, ensuring lawful eviction and restoration in accordance with statutory provisions.
• Represented HYDRAA in matters involving disaster management, asset protection and prevention of illegal alienation of Government property.

Major Legal Achievements & Case Highlights:
• Successfully handled litigation leading to the rejuvenation and protection of major water bodies, including:
• Bathukamma Kunta
• Bum Rukh-ud-Dowla
• Thammidi Kunta
• Nala Cheruvu, Kukatpally
• Played a key legal role in safeguarding and recovering approximately 300 acres of Government land at Gajularamaram, preventing illegal encroachments and unauthorized claims.
• Contributed to legal actions resulting in protection and recovery of:
• 5 acres of prime Government land in Banjara Hills, and
• Several other valuable Government lands across Hyderabad and surrounding areas.

• Drafted and reviewed contracts for clients, ensuring accuracy and compliance with applicable laws while protecting their interests.
• Conducted thorough due diligence investigations to uncover critical information pertinent to clients'' legal matters.
• Achieved successful case outcomes by researching legal issues and drafting persuasive arguments.
• Presented compelling oral arguments in court hearings and trials that resulted in favorable rulings for clients.