In a recent legal case involving a dispute over compensation for lands acquired for a public purpose, the court delved into the intricacies of the Land Acquisition Act, 1894. The focus was on determining fair compensation and the statutory benefits to be awarded to the appellants. The court’s analysis examined the Special Land Acquisition Officer’s award, the Reference Court’s additional compensation, and the High Court’s modifications, ultimately providing clarity on the legal principles governing such disputes.
Facts
- Appellants dissatisfied with compensation awarded by Division Bench of High Court
- Subject lands situated at Villages Pansar, Dhamasana, and Isand acquired for public purpose by ONGC under Land Acquisition Act, 1894
- Special Land Acquisition Officer awarded compensation under Section 11 of the Act
- Reference Court awarded additional compensation over Special Land Acquisition Officer’s award
- High Court upheld statutory benefits including interest but modified rate of compensation, reducing additional compensation
- Reference Court’s award of additional compensation restored as interference by High Court not supported by material on record
- Impugned judgment of High Court modified accordingly
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Decision
- The appeals in the above terms stand disposed of.
- Pending application(s), if any, shall also stand disposed of.
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Case Title: AMBALAL BABULAL PATEL ETC. ETC. Vs. GROUP GENERAL MANAGER, ONGC AND ANR. (2022 INSC 66)
Case Number: C.A. No.-000385-000386 / 2022
