CHATURBHUJA MODI vs STATE OF ORISSA

The Supreme Court upheld the High Court's decision to enhance compensation for land acquired under the Land Acquisition Act, specifically referencing Section 4(1) and Section 18. The Court found that the market value of the land, located in a commercially viable area, warranted a compensation of Rs. 3,00,000 per acre, significantly higher than the initial assessment of Rs. 75,000 per acre. The Court affirmed the entitlement of the appellants to statutory benefits under the Act, thereby dismissing the appeal of the State.