HILL VIEW COLONY vs STATE OF NAGALAND .

The Supreme Court allowed the appeal in part, setting aside the orders of the High Court and restoring the writ petition for fresh consideration on merits. The Court emphasized the need for adherence to the Census Act and relevant state laws in conducting census operations. The judgment clarifies that the appellants, who were not parties to the original writ petition, have the right to challenge the legality of the orders affecting their interests, thereby reinforcing the principles of natural justice and fair hearing under Article 14 of the Constitution.