Urban Improvement Trust,Bikaner vs Mohan Lal

The Supreme Court upheld the decision of the National Commission, affirming the State Commission's order for the allotment of an alternative plot and compensation to the respondent under the Consumer Protection Act, 1986. The Court rejected the Trust's arguments regarding negligence, deficiency in service, and limitation, emphasizing that statutory authorities must act responsibly and cannot engage in unjust enrichment. The Court found no merit in the Trust's appeal for special leave under Article 136 of the Constitution, highlighting the need for accountability in public service.