C.E.S.C. LTD. vs SANDHYA RANI BARIK .

The Supreme Court examined appeals by CESC Ltd. regarding the compensation awarded for land acquired under the West Bengal Land (Requisition and Acquisition) Act, 1948. The Court upheld the High Court's decision to maintain the compensation rate set by the Land Acquisition Judge, despite the appellant's arguments for a lower rate based on the land's condition prior to acquisition. The judgment clarified that the requisition was valid for public service needs, specifically for electricity supply, and emphasized the importance of fair compensation under the applicable statute.