C.R.Nagaraja Shetty vs Spl.Land Acq.Officer & Estate ...

The Supreme Court addressed the appeal regarding land acquisition compensation under the Land Acquisition Act, specifically Sections 18 and 23(1-A). The Court held that the High Court's deduction of Rs.25/- per square feet for development charges was unjustified, emphasizing the commercial potential of the land adjacent to the National Highway. The Court ultimately enhanced the compensation to Rs.100/- per square feet, recognizing the land's value and potential for development.