MUMMIDI APPARAO (D) TR.LRS. vs NAGARJUNA FERTILISERS & CHEM.LTD.

The Supreme Court addressed the issue of compensation for land acquired under the Land Acquisition Act, specifically referencing Section 4 and Section 18. The Court upheld the reference court's decision that the acquired lands had potential for development beyond mere agricultural use, thus warranting a higher compensation rate. The appeal by Nagarjuna Fertilizers and Chemicals Ltd. was dismissed, affirming the higher compensation determined by the reference court.