Benefit of claim of Section 54 exemption in case of Sale of residential Property

Mr. X has a residential house property in Lucknow and Pune, both are in the joint name of Mr. X and Y. Of these properties Owners decided to sell Lucknow property and purchase another house in Pune. Upon sale of Lucknow property Mr. X and Y earned capital gain of 45 lacs. are they eligible to get claim on purchase of new house Pune under Section 54 of Income tax, if not then what's the best way to plan this capital gain?   

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This discussion explores the eligibility for claiming a Section 54 exemption on capital gains from the sale of a residential property. Specifically, it addresses whether joint owners who sold a Lucknow property and plan to purchase a new one in Pune can claim this tax benefit. The consensus confirms that the exemption is indeed claimable under Section 54, provided the new asset meets the specified criteria.

Ofcourse they can claim it.
Yes, exemption can be claimed as new asset is within limits as specified under section 54

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