Udho Dass vs State Of Haryana & Ors

The Supreme Court granted permission to file Special Leave Petitions (SLPs) and condoned delays in substitution applications under the Land Acquisition Act, 1894. The Court examined the compensation awarded for land acquired for a housing project, noting that the Reference Court and High Court had applied different rates based on the land's proximity to the road. The Court held that the potential value of the land should be fully appreciated, allowing for a reappraisal of evidence to ensure fair compensation, particularly referencing Section 18 of the Act.