SARDAR NIRMAL SINGH (DEAD) THR. LRS vs BHATIA SAFE WORKS

The Supreme Court held that the auction sale conducted under the U.P. Zamindari Abolition of Land Reforms Rules, 1952 was invalid due to non-compliance with Rules 285B and 285C, as the appellant failed to adhere to the stipulated payment conditions. The Court emphasized that the acceptance of cheques, contrary to auction terms, rendered the sale void. The Court upheld the High Court's decision to remand the matter for adjudication on merits, reinforcing the importance of compliance with procedural rules in auction sales.