Narmada Bachao Andolan vs State Of M.P. & Anr

The Supreme Court upheld the High Court's interim order directing the State of Madhya Pradesh to allot agricultural land to displaced persons due to the Omkareshwar Dam project, as per the Rehabilitation and Resettlement Policy (R & R Policy) amended on 3.7.2003. The Court emphasized that even those who had withdrawn compensation could opt for land allotment upon refunding 50% of the compensation. The ruling reinforced the importance of timely rehabilitation measures for affected families, particularly in light of the significant environmental and social impacts of large-scale projects.