STATE OF PUNJAB vs AMARJIT SINGH

The Supreme Court upheld the award of compensation at Rs. 6,96,000 per acre along with statutory benefits under Section 23(1A), 23(2), and 28 of the Land Acquisition Act. The Court affirmed the Executing Court's decision to grant an additional 12% per annum on the market value and solatium amount from the date of notification under Section 4(1) until the award date. The High Court's rejection of the appellant's revision was also upheld, confirming the entitlement to additional compensation as per statutory provisions.