NUNEY TAYANG vs KODELUM TAYANG

The Supreme Court addressed a dispute regarding land acquisition for military purposes in Arunachal Pradesh, specifically under the Assam Forest Regulation, 1891. The Court upheld the High Court's decision that the notifications constituting the Denning Reserve Forest were in violation of statutory provisions, emphasizing the need for adequate compensation and potential relocation of affected tribal villagers. The Court directed the authorities to amicably settle the matter with the landowners, thereby reinforcing the principle of fair compensation under land acquisition laws.