Essco Fabs Pvt. Ltd. & Anr vs State Of Haryana & Anr

The Supreme Court held that the notifications issued under Section 4 and Section 6 of the Land Acquisition Act, 1894 were invalid due to non-compliance with the statutory requirements, particularly the failure to publish the preliminary notification as mandated. The Court emphasized that the right to property is protected under Article 300A of the Constitution, which requires adherence to due process in acquisition proceedings. Consequently, the Court quashed the acquisition notifications, affirming the appellant's right to possess and enjoy the property.