Union Of India vs Dyagala Devamma .

The Supreme Court upheld the High Court's decision to enhance compensation for land acquisition under the Land Acquisition Act, 1894, specifically referencing Section 4, Section 6, and Section 11. The Court affirmed the High Court's reduction of developmental charges from 50% to 25%, resulting in a compensation rate of Rs.15,97,200 per acre, while maintaining the market value determined by the Reference Court at Rs.21,29,600 per acre. The appeal by the Railways was dismissed, confirming the enhanced compensation awarded to the landowners.