GOVT. OF A.P. vs SYED AKBAR

The Supreme Court addressed the validity of the High Court's order regarding the re-assignment of unused land acquired under the Land Acquisition Act, 1894. The Court held that the respondent's request for re-assignment was valid under Section 18 of the Act, as the land remained unused and the respondent was willing to reimburse the compensation received. The Court emphasized the need for authorities to consider the public interest and the provisions of the Board's Standing Order No. 90, ultimately upholding the High Court's directive for re-assignment of the land.