HoABL Files Police Complaint Against Forgery Allegations by Macrotech Developers

The House of Abhinandan Lodha (HoABL) has filed a formal police complaint with Mumbai authorities, seeking the registration of a First Information Report (FIR) in response to recent allegations made by Macrotech Developers. Macrotech, a publicly listed company led by Abhishek Lodha, accused HoABL of fabricating documents to unlawfully exploit the 'Lodha' brand and its registered trademark.

The Allegations and HoABL’s Response

In its complaint, HoABL expressed strong suspicion that the accusations against it were part of a malicious campaign aimed at defaming the company. The firm claims that the allegations of forgery are motivated by an attempt to tarnish its reputation. HoABL, led by Abhinandan Lodha, filed its complaint against unknown individuals, requesting an investigation into the matter.

Macrotech Developers, which has been embroiled in a long-standing family dispute with HoABL, moved the Bombay High Court earlier this year to prevent HoABL from using the 'Lodha' name in real estate development. Macrotech contended that it had never authorized HoABL to use the family name, claiming trademark infringement based on a 2023 agreement that restricted such use.

The Controversial Documents and Name Changes

The latest allegations stem from HoABL's efforts to rename several group companies using the 'Lodha' name. HoABL claims that it initially sought approval from Lodha Ventures, a related group company, to make these name changes. However, the applications were initially rejected by the Registrar of Companies (ROC). HoABL later discovered that someone had resubmitted the applications using forged documents, and the ROC eventually approved the name changes.

HoABL insists that it is the victim of a deliberate attempt to cause harm, claiming that its companies tried to follow legal procedures but were misled by fraudulent actions. The complaint submitted to the police includes all relevant documentation and req