Spl.Land Acquisition Officer vs Karigowda & Ors

The Supreme Court addressed the interpretation of Section 23 of the Land Acquisition Act, 1894, determining that the fair market value of acquired land can include considerations of manufacturing or commercial activities conducted by the agriculturist as an extension of agricultural use. The Court upheld the Karnataka High Court's enhancement of compensation to Rs.5,00,000 per acre for wet land, affirming that such activities can influence valuation under the Act. The appeals by the Special Land Acquisition Officer and the Managing Director of the Irrigation Board were dismissed, maintaining the enhanced compensation awarded by the High Court.