SATPAL vs U O I

The Supreme Court addressed the enhancement of compensation for land acquired under the Land Acquisition Act, specifically referencing Section 4 and Section 18. The Court held that the market value of the acquired land should be determined based on relevant sale transactions, emphasizing the importance of considering all available evidence. The Court ultimately upheld the High Court's determination of the market value at Rs. 47,224 per bigha, along with additional compensation components including solatium and interest.