GEN.MANAGER,M/S HUTTI GOLD MINES CO. vs SHIVAPPA(D) TR.HIS LRS..

The Supreme Court modified the High Court of Karnataka's order requiring the appellant to deposit 50% of the enhanced compensation amount along with solatium and interest, allowing claimants to withdraw 25% of the enhanced amount without security. The Court emphasized the need for timely resolution of the pending appeals, requesting the High Court to dispose of the matters within six months. The judgment does not express any opinion on the merits of the claims, focusing instead on procedural aspects under the Land Acquisition Act.