Saraswati Devi (D) By Lr vs Delhi Devt.Atuhority & Ors

The Supreme Court held that the acquisition of land under the Land Acquisition Act, 1894, specifically invoking Section 4 and Section 17(1)(iv), was valid despite the appellant's claim of having acquired rights through auction under the Displaced Persons (Compensation and Rehabilitation) Act, 1954. The Court emphasized that the urgency clause allowed for the dispensation of Section 5A, and the appellant's challenge to the acquisition was barred by delay, as it was raised over 30 years post-award. The appeal was dismissed, affirming the High Court's decision in favor of the Delhi Development Authority.