LAJJA RAM vs UNION TERRITORY, CHANDIGARH .

The Supreme Court upheld the dismissal of the appellants' Writ Petition challenging the notifications issued under Sections 4 and 6 of the Land Acquisition Act, 1894, for the acquisition of their lands for development projects. The Court emphasized that the delay of nearly three years in approaching the Writ Court was fatal to the appellants' case, as timely objections are crucial in land acquisition matters. The Court affirmed the High Court's decision, reinforcing the importance of adhering to statutory timelines in acquisition proceedings.