Supreme Court of India · 2018-05-14
Patni Hushenbhai Sidibhai Kotvala ... vs National Highways Authority Of India
- Court
- Supreme Court of India
- Petitioner
- Patni Hushenbhai Sidibhai Kotvala ...
- Respondent
- National Highways Authority Of India
- Author
- Kurian Joseph
- Bench
- Mohan M. Shantanagoudar, Kurian Joseph
Judgment text excerpt
The Supreme Court addressed the issue of compensation enhancement under the Land Acquisition Act, 1984, specifically emphasizing that compensation for acquired land should be calculated based on the returns from fruit-bearing trees as determined by the Reference Court. The Court held that appellants are entitled to additional compensation, solatium, and interest under Section 28 of the Land Acquisition Act on the total compensation calculated. The judgment clarifies that any previously received compensation based on land value will be adjusted with interest, ensuring fair compensation for the appellants.