Loveleen Kumar Etc. vs State Of Haryana .

The Supreme Court upheld the High Court's decision to enhance compensation under the Land Acquisition Act, 1894, specifically referencing Section 4(1) and Section 18. The Court affirmed that the High Court's reliance on previous compensation rates and adjustments for inflation was justified, leading to an increase to Rs. 4173 per square yard for the land acquired. The Court dismissed the State's appeals seeking reduction of compensation, thereby affirming the enhanced compensation awarded to landowners.