ATMA RAM (D) TH. LRS. vs UNION TERRITORY, CHANDIGARH

The Supreme Court held that the appellants are entitled to a consolidated sum of Rs. 5,00,000 as compensation for land acquisition, overriding the High Court's refusal to grant solatium and interest. The Court directed the Union Territory, Chandigarh, to pay this amount within 45 days, failing which interest at 9% per annum would apply until payment. This decision emphasizes the need for fair compensation in land acquisition cases.