Narmada Bachao Andolan vs Union Of India And Ors

The Supreme Court addressed the rehabilitation of oustees affected by the Sardar Sarovar Project under the Inter-State Water Disputes Act, 1956, specifically Sections 4 and 5. The Court held that the mandatory provisions for rehabilitation must be complied with before any submergence occurs, emphasizing that displacement does not inherently violate rights if adequate rehabilitation is provided. The Court directed that construction should not proceed until proper rehabilitation measures are in place for affected families, reinforcing the importance of compliance with the Tribunal's award.