R.Handa vs M/S Abhaya Land & Finance Pvt.Ltd.& Ors7

The Supreme Court held that the High Court erred in dismissing the appellant's appeal as barred by limitation, given the sufficient cause shown by the appellant, including his participation in wars and assistance to the army during conflicts. The Court emphasized the need for the High Court to consider the merits of the case after condoning the delay in filing the appeal. Consequently, the appeal was allowed, the impugned order was set aside, and the High Court was directed to hear the first appeal on its merits.