Harassment and Defamation from society

Our new society of 45 members is managed from braggadocio members, the police do not answer and the harassment continues, from pet harassment, defamation, lift issues, backup generator and other misappropriate use of society funds.

Dear @Sunil_K,

I understand how challenging it can be to deal with such issues in your society. Here are steps you can take to address the problems effectively:

  1. File a Written Complaint: Document all issues clearly (e.g., pet harassment, defamation, lift problems, misuse of funds) and submit a written complaint to the society management committee.
  2. Approach the Registrar of Societies: If the management committee doesn’t act, escalate the matter to the Registrar of Societies in your area. They oversee housing society disputes and can investigate fund misuse.
  3. Seek Legal Advice: Consult a lawyer specializing in housing society matters for guidance on addressing defamation and harassment.
  4. Report to the Police: If the harassment is severe and police are unresponsive, escalate the matter to higher police officials or use the online grievance portal of your state police.
  5. Engage Other Members: Unite with other society members facing similar issues to raise collective concerns and demand accountability.

These steps should help address your concerns. Let me know if you need further assistance.