Pandhari Vithal Chame vs Maharashtra ...

The Supreme Court allowed the appeal against the interim order of the Bombay High Court, which had rejected the appellant's request for the release of enhanced compensation. The Court directed that 50% of the enhanced compensation be released without security, while the remaining 50% would be released upon the appellant furnishing security to the satisfaction of the Collector. This decision underscores the Court's authority to modify interim orders regarding compensation in land acquisition cases.