UDHO DASS vs STATE OF HARYANA .

The Supreme Court addressed the appeals concerning land acquisition compensation under the Land Acquisition Act, specifically referencing Section 18. The Court held that the compensation awarded by the Reference Court and subsequently by the High Court was inadequate, emphasizing the need to consider the potential value of the land and relevant sale instances. The Court directed a reappraisal of the compensation, particularly for land abutting the main road, thereby enhancing the compensation rates previously set by the lower courts.