ADAVALA SATHAIAH vs SPL.DY.COLLECTOR

The Supreme Court, in this case, addressed the appeal concerning the compensation for land acquired under the Land Acquisition Act, 1894. The Court noted that the prevailing market value of the agricultural land at the time of acquisition was between Rs.6,000/- to Rs.6,500/- per acre. It held that the compensation should be uniformly fixed at Rs.6,000/- per acre, thereby allowing the appeal and setting aside the High Court's remand order for reconsideration. The Court emphasized the importance of fair compensation in land acquisition matters.