THE STATE OF PUNJAB vs HARCHAL SINGH (DEAD) THROUGH LRS.

The Supreme Court upheld the High Court's decision to award compensation of Rs. 1,75,000 per acre for land acquired under the Land Acquisition Act, 1894, specifically referencing Section 4. The Court emphasized the importance of considering the potentiality and development of the acquired land, which was classified as 'Chahi' and confirmed to be fertile and suitable for industrial purposes. The Court found that the High Court's assessment was justified based on the proximity of the land to developed urban areas and the evidence presented regarding comparable sales in the vicinity.