D.D.A. vs PUSHPENDRA KUMAR JAIN

The Supreme Court held that the revised land rates introduced by the Delhi Development Authority (DDA) after the draw of lots cannot be applied to the respondent, who was successful in the draw held on October 12, 1990. The Court emphasized that the allotment-cum-demand letter was delayed due to the inefficiency of the DDA, and thus the rates applicable at the time of the draw should govern the allotment. The Court upheld the Delhi High Court's decision, allowing the writ petition and ruling in favor of the respondent.