Special Deputy Collector (L.A.) vs N. Vasudeva Rao & Ors

The Supreme Court addressed the appeals concerning the resumption of government land assigned to respondents under D Form pattas, emphasizing the applicability of GOMs. No. 1307 dated 23.12.1993, which mandates ex-gratia payments upon resumption. The Court held that the learned Single Judge of the High Court had jurisdiction to direct payment of ex-gratia amounts, affirming the High Court's decision to uphold the contempt petitions. The appeals were dismissed, confirming the obligation to compensate for the resumed land.