This discussion concerns an appeal regarding a Gair Marusi mutation under the Himachal Pradesh Tenancy and Land Reforms Act, 1972. The applicant, a non-occupancy tenant in possession for generations, had their case dismissed by the Tehsildar because no rent was paid, implying no landowner-tenant relationship. However, RTI replies suggest similar cases for 'bila lagan' (no rent) tenants have been processed previously under the same act, even within the same tehsil, for various reasons including kinship and service. The appellant is now seeking advice for their pending appeal at the SDM court.