3C - Orris Greenopolis, Sector 89 Dispute Case

Greenopolis was launched in 2011 in Sector 89, Gurugram as a joint project between Orris Infrastructure Pvt. Ltd. and Three C Shelters Pvt. Ltd.

The project comprises approximately 28 towers, offering a total of 2,317 housing units.

It was marketed as an eco-friendly, modern housing complex with timely delivery and sustainable features. For many buyers, it seemed like the perfect investment. Over a decade later, the project has become a symbol of delays, disputes, and prolonged legal battles.

The partnership was structured so that Orris Infrastructure provided the land and secured the necessary development approvals. Three C Shelters, part of the larger 3C Group, was responsible for design, construction, and branding. Buyers could book units through either company, and payments were made directly to the developer handling the booking. This arrangement initially appeared efficient but would later create major complications.

By 2014–2015, construction had slowed down sharply. Both Orris and 3C began blaming each other for the delays. Accusations included mismanagement of funds, non-completion of assigned towers, and failure to adhere to timelines. The situation worsened when 3C faced financial troubles from other stalled projects, leaving its share of Greenopolis work incomplete. The partnership effectively collapsed.

The split in payment collection became a critical issue. Buyers who paid Orris could pursue refunds or possession through the company directly. However, those who paid 3C were forced to enter its insolvency process after the company went bankrupt in 2020. Courts ruled that each developer was responsible only for the buyers from whom it had collected money, meaning no single entity could be held accountable for the entire project.

The legal journey has been long and complex. In 2019, the National Consumer Disputes Redressal Commission (NCDRC) ordered both firms to refund buyers’ money with interest and litigation costs. In 2020, the National Company Law Appellate Tribunal (NCLAT) allowed 3C’s buyers to file claims as creditors in its insolvency proceedings. In 2024, the Delhi High Court directed Orris to expedite handovers for the towers it controlled, while the portions assigned to 3C remain in limbo.

For the buyers, the impact has been severe. Many have been paying home loan EMIs and rent for years without receiving possession. Legal processes have been slow, and the split liability has forced buyers to navigate different systems consumer courts for Orris and insolvency tribunals for 3C.

As of now, Orris has been moving toward handing over some completed towers after court orders. The future of the towers under 3C’s responsibility depends on the outcome of its insolvency resolution process. The Greenopolis dispute stands as a cautionary tale for joint development projects in India, highlighting the urgent need for clearer laws and stronger buyer protections.