RK Family Trust Dispute Intensifies with Fresh Legal Notice from Rani Kapur
The ongoing legal battle over the RK Family Trust has escalated dramatically, with Rani Kapur issuing a fresh cease-and-desist notice to Priya Kapur. The notice emphatically reiterates that Priya Kapur no longer holds the position of trustee and must immediately cease all actions in that capacity.
Chronology of Legal Notices and Trustee Removal
The latest legal communication, dated April 6, follows an earlier notice dispatched on March 21. In that initial correspondence, Rani Kapur invoked specific provisions of the trust deed dated October 26, 2017, to formally remove Priya Kapur as a trustee. According to the detailed communication, this removal took full legal effect following the expiration of a mandatory 15-day notice period. Consequently, Priya Kapur's continuation as a trustee is deemed invalid from April 6 onwards, as reported by news agency ANI.
Rani Kapur has categorically rejected subsequent letters from Priya Kapur dated March 24 and April 4, 2026. In these letters, Priya Kapur allegedly attempted to remove Rani Kapur from her trustee position. The latest notice states these actions are legally unsustainable and hold no bearing on Rani Kapur's authority or status within the trust framework.
Roots of the Dispute and Ongoing Court Challenges
The current conflict stems from fundamental questions surrounding the RK Family Trust's very existence. Rani Kapur has already mounted a legal challenge before the Delhi High Court, contesting:
- The creation of the trust itself
- The transfer of assets into the trust
- The administration of the trust
She has alleged that the trust holds assets that rightfully belong to her, describing its establishment as an attempt to divest her of her estate following the tragic death of her son, Sunjay Kapur, in June 2025. Despite these pending court challenges, both parties continue to reference the trust deed in their arguments.
Legal Basis for Trustee Removal and Counter-Allegations
In her formal notice, Rani Kapur specifically references Clause 8.12(i) of the trust deed. She asserts this clause empowers her to remove a trustee without being obligated to assign reasons. On this foundational legal basis, she maintains that Priya Kapur's removal is both valid and legally binding.
The notice also addresses Priya Kapur's claim that Rani Kapur is incapable of acting as a trustee. Rani Kapur firmly rejects this allegation, stating that seeking judicial intervention cannot be construed as incapacity. She argues that such legal action is, in fact, part of her fiduciary duty to protect the interests of the trust's beneficiaries. The communication further notes the absence of any stay order from the Delhi High Court that would restrict the trust's normal functioning.
Alleged Procedural Violations and Potential Consequences
The cease-and-desist letter highlights apparent procedural lapses in Priya Kapur's actions. It states that the removal of a trustee legally requires approval from all remaining trustees—a condition that was reportedly not met in this instance.
Rani Kapur has emphasized that any decisions taken by Priya Kapur while acting as a trustee after her official removal would be considered unauthorized. Such actions could potentially invite both civil and criminal legal consequences. She has formally demanded that Priya Kapur immediately hand over all documents, records, and materials related to the RK Family Trust.
Broader Legal Context and Family Legacy
The letter clarifies that this action is taken without prejudice to Rani Kapur's ongoing legal claims, including her fundamental challenge to the trust's validity. It adds a significant legal point: regardless of whether the trust is ultimately upheld or struck down by the courts, Priya Kapur would have no legal authority to act as trustee following the notice period's expiration.
Rani Kapur, the elderly mother of the late Sona Comstar Chairman Sunjay Kapur, has approached the Delhi High Court seeking cancellation of the trust and protection of her family legacy. The matter remains actively pending before the court, with the dispute continuing to intensify as both sides vigorously assert control over the trust and its substantial assets. The legal standoff represents a complex intersection of family dynamics, estate planning, and procedural law, with significant implications for all involved parties.
