### The Story of the Discovered Share Certificates in Gujarat
In a surprising turn of events in Una, Gir Somnath district, Gujarat, a family has been thrust into a legal and emotional dispute after discovering old share certificates worth approximately ₹2.5 crore hidden in a dustbin at their ancestral home. The certificates belonged to the late Savji Patel, a humble former hotel waiter in nearby Diu who lived a modest life as a housekeeper before his death.
#### The Discovery
Savji Patel passed away some time ago, leaving his grandson as the named heir to the family house in Una village. While cleaning the property as part of settling the estate, the grandson stumbled upon the forgotten physical share certificates amid discarded papers in a dustbin. The exact date of the discovery isn't publicly detailed, but it occurred recently during post-death cleanup activities. These certificates, now valuable due to market appreciation, represent a windfall that could have alleviated the family's financial struggles—but instead ignited a fierce inheritance battle.
#### The Family Feud
The conflict pits the grandson against his own father (Savji Patel's son). The grandson argues that the certificates, found within the house he inherited per his grandfather's wishes, rightfully belong to him as the designated property heir. However, the father counters that, as Savji Patel's direct son, he is the legal heir to *all* of his father's assets under inheritance laws, regardless of where they were found. No specific companies tied to the shares have been named in reports, and the certificates will need verification, transfer, and dematerialization processes before they can be liquidated.
This isn't just about money; it's a classic case of generational tensions over overlooked assets in a joint family setup, highlighting how even forgotten papers can upend relationships.
#### The Court Battle
The dispute has escalated to the Gujarat High Court, where both parties have filed claims. The court is scheduled to hear the case on **November 3, 2025**—just two days from now (as of November 1, 2025)—to determine the rightful owner. Legal experts note that the outcome will hinge on interpretations of the will (which explicitly covered the house but not the shares) and broader Hindu Succession Act provisions for undivided assets.
The story has garnered attention for its rags-to-riches twist gone sour, underscoring the importance of clear estate planning in Indian families. As of now, no resolution has been reached, and updates may emerge post-hearing. If you're following this, keep an eye on local Gujarat news outlets for developments.
How a Dustbin Turned Into a Treasure Chest
According to NDTV, the man had returned to his ancestral house in Una, Gir Somnath district, which he had inherited after his grandfather Savji Patel’s death. While clearing out old papers and belongings, he noticed a pile of documents dumped in a dustbin.
On taking a closer look, he realised they were share certificates, physical documents that were once used to prove ownership of company shares before the system turned digital. When he checked their market value, he was left stunned: the shares were worth Rs 2.5 crore.
For a family that had struggled to make ends meet, the find felt like a miracle, almost a shortcut to becoming rich overnight.
Joy Turns Sour as Family Feud Erupts
But the joy didn’t last long. NDTV reported that both the man and his father soon claimed ownership of the certificates. The father argued that as Savji Patel’s son, he was the rightful heir to all his father’s assets, including the shares.
The grandson, however, stood firm, insisting that he found the certificates in the house that now legally belongs to him. What began as a moment of happiness soon spiralled into a bitter dispute, tearing the family apart over who truly deserves the fortune.
The case has now landed in the Gujarat High Court, which is expected to hear it on 3 November. The judge will decide, quite literally, “kaun banega crorepati”, who walks away with the assets worth crores.
Who Was Savji Patel?
As per NDTV’s report, Savji Patel had lived a humble life. He worked as a waiter at a hotel in Diu, and before that, he was employed as a housekeeper at a bungalow owned by the hotel’s proprietor.
His son, the father now claiming the shares, worked in Diu as well, while the grandson lived in Una. Patel had declared his grandson as the heir to the house in Una before his death, but the discovery of the share certificates has changed everything, shifting the focus from the house to the hidden crores.
The Legal Question: Who Is the True Heir?
The heart of the case lies in the interpretation of inheritance law. On one side stands the grandson, who inherited the property where the shares were found; on the other stands the father, the direct legal heir of Savji Patel.
Experts quoted by NDTV noted that such disputes are not uncommon, especially when valuable assets are discovered years after the owner’s death. The ownership of physical share certificates can be especially complex, as they must be verified, transferred, and dematerialised before they can be sold or claimed.
When Forgotten Wealth Creates Modern-Day Drama
The case has become a topic of fascination across Gujarat. A simple act of cleaning has turned into a high-stakes legal fight, dividing a family that once lived modestly.
The court will now decide who truly owns the crores, the finder of the certificates or the rightful heir of the man who once held them. Until then, one dustbin in Una will remain a symbol of both unexpected fortune and unexpected conflict.
