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USorry that you have to go through this, but it’s great that you are trying to improve your situation.
What relief are you seeking from the authorities? Since you have already called 1098 (Childline), you can also approach the local Child Welfare Committee (Bal Kalyan Samiti). As per the Juvenile Justice Act, they can take cognizance of your situation and deem you a “child in need of care and protection”. They can counsel your parents and offer other solutions within their mandate.
UNobody is going to court over such a small issue. If you don’t want the deposit you can leave whenever you want.UAny legal steps available will require more time, effort, and attention. I can provide legal advice. You have the option to file a recovery suit to reclaim your deposit, which is slightly easier if you have proof of payment. If he harasses you physically, you can seek assistance from the police by calling 112.I will take the liberty of advising you a little further—these issues will likely seem trivial a few years down the line. During my college days, I spent countless hours on the internet looking for ways to get back at my landlord for the perceived wrongs he had committed. In hindsight, I realize I should not have focused so much on such matters, as they did not contribute to my goals. Focus on your studies, be ready to move on short notice, and don’t worry too much about the landlord. I assume your exams are far more important to you than a month’s rent or security deposit.
UDon’t lose hope. You need to fight it out in court. Hire a competent lawyer—the case won’t just disappear. Good lawyers can be expensive. If you are bankrupt and eligible, you may request a legal aid counsel.Let me know if you have any specific questions.
UPlease lodge a complaint; it is a serious issue. Once a case is filed, there is a provision to keep the identity confidential. Convince the victims to come forward—they will need to provide their statements and all supporting evidence. Such individuals pose a serious danger to society and can cause lifelong trauma to the affected. If you do not wish to approach the police directly, you can call Childline at 1098.Unfortunately, victims’ or eye witness testimonies are necessary for prosecuting such people. Anonymous complaints won’t be enough to bring him to book.
