GRAM PANCHAYAT VILLAGE SUFIPIND vs STATE OF PUNJAB THROUGH SECRETARY& ORS.

The Supreme Court addressed the issue of whether abadi plot No.71 is a pathway vested in the Gram Panchayat under the Punjab Village Common Land (Regulation) Act, 1961, specifically citing Section 4(2). The Court held that the prior order for realignment was set aside due to lack of notice to the Gram Panchayat and remanded the matter to the Consolidation Officer for a fresh determination with proper notice to all parties. The Court emphasized the need for personal inspection and consideration of the factual position to settle the rights of the parties involved.