D.D.A vs Mahender Singh & Anr

The Supreme Court upheld the Delhi High Court's decision directing the payment of statutory interest under Section 34 of the Land Acquisition Act, 1894, for land acquisition, affirming that the Act provides a complete code for compensation and interest. The Court clarified that interest at 9% is payable from the date of possession until payment, with an increased rate of 15% if payment is delayed beyond one year. The appeal was dismissed, affirming the High Court's ruling in favor of the claimants.