Chandrashekar (D) By Lrs. & Ors vs Land Acquisition Officer & Anr

The Supreme Court addressed the land acquisition process under the City Improvement Trust Board Act, 1976, specifically Section 15(1), and the Land Acquisition Act, 1894, particularly Section 18(3)(b). The Court upheld the High Court's decision to remand the matter for reconsideration of compensation, emphasizing the need for appropriate deductions from market value. The Court confirmed the Reference Court's authority to reassess compensation based on relevant sale deeds, ultimately supporting the landowners' right to fair compensation.