Govt. Notifies Change in Location of DRATs | Allahabad

Notification No. S.O. 5956(E); Dated: 18.12.2025

1. Regulatory Background

The Central Government has issued a notification regarding the change in the place of functioning of the Debts Recovery Appellate Tribunal (DRAT), Allahabad, established under the Recovery of Debts and Bankruptcy Act, 1993.

This relocation has been notified to facilitate continued adjudication of appeals under the debt recovery framework.

2. New Address of DRAT, Allahabad

With effect from 11 December 2025, the Debts Recovery Appellate Tribunal, Allahabad shall function at the following address:

First Floor, E-10 B Building
BSNL Premises
Patrika Marg
Prayagraj – 211001

3. Earlier Location

Prior to this notification, the DRAT was functioning from:

147-A-58/1, Jawahar Lal Nehru Road
Tagore Town
Allahabad

The earlier premises will no longer be used for DRAT operations after the notified effective date.

4. Applicability and Effective Date

• Effective from – 11 December 2025
• All hearings, filings, and registry-related functions of the DRAT shall be conducted only from the new location on and after this date.

5. Implications for Stakeholders

5.1 For Banks and Financial Institutions

• Ensure that appeals, appearances, and filings are directed to the new DRAT premises
• Update internal litigation trackers and empanelled counsel instructions

5.2 For Borrowers and Appellants

• Attend hearings and submit documents at the revised address
• Avoid procedural delays due to incorrect venue references

5.3 For Legal Practitioners

• Update cause lists, vakalatnama references, and filing logistics
• Inform clients and staff to prevent missed hearings or filings

6. Regulatory Intent

The notification aims to:

• Provide clarity on the functional seat of the DRAT
• Ensure smooth continuation of appellate proceedings
• Avoid administrative confusion regarding filings and hearings

7. Key Takeaway

From 11 December 2025, the Debts Recovery Appellate Tribunal, Allahabad operates from its new premises at BSNL Building, Patrika Marg, Prayagraj. All stakeholders must align filings and appearances accordingly to avoid procedural issues.

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