What is an Equitable Mortgage (Mortgage by Deposit of Title Deeds) under Section 58(f) of the TPA?

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An Equitable Mortgage (Mortgage by Deposit of Title Deeds) under Section 58(f) of the TPA is created simply by delivering property documents to a creditor in specified towns with the intent to secure a debt.
Essentials of Equitable Mortgage:
Debt: There must be an existing or future debt.
Deposit: Physical delivery of original title deeds.
Location: Must be transacted in towns explicitly notified by the State Government (e.g., Mumbai, Kolkata, Chennai).