STATE OF MAHARASHTRA vs ALKA B HINGE

The Supreme Court set aside the High Court's interim order directing the immediate removal of encroachments within 72 hours, finding it unreasonable given the humanitarian implications for the hut-dwelling encroachers. The Court emphasized the need for a careful and reasonable approach in such cases, directing the State to determine the land's future use and to remove encroachments only within a reasonable timeframe if the land is not required for public purposes. The appeal was allowed, modifying the High Court's order accordingly.