S. Ganesan vs Dist. Collector, Tiruchirapalli

The Supreme Court held that the appellant, who was the highest bidder for leasehold rights to quarry sand jelly, was unjustly denied the lease due to the expiration of the lease period and subsequent changes in rules. Citing V. Karnal Durai v. District Collector, the Court directed the grant of the lease, subject to a 50% increase in the annual lease amount, acknowledging the delay in processing the lease. The Court set aside the High Court's order and allowed the writ petition, ensuring compliance with the new rules governing lease agreements.