M.P. HOUSING BOARD vs SHIV SHANKAR MANDIL .

The Supreme Court addressed the legality of land allotment under Clause 4-3, para 36 of the Revenue book circulars, specifically regarding Survey Plot No. 462 in Morena, Madhya Pradesh. The Court held that the allotment made to the respondents was invalid due to the ongoing acquisition proceedings by the Madhya Pradesh Housing Board, which aimed to develop a residential plan. Consequently, the Court upheld the Collector's order to maintain status quo and prevent construction on the allotted land, reinforcing the principle that prior acquisition proceedings take precedence over subsequent allotments.