State Of Orissa . vs Sakhi Bewa (D) Thr.Lrs..

The Supreme Court overturned the High Court's decision that quashed the orders of the Competent Authority under the Urban Land (Ceiling and Regulation) Act, 1976, which had declared a portion of land as excess vacant land. The Court held that the High Court erred in its interpretation of the Act and the procedures followed by the Competent Authority were valid. Consequently, the appeal by the State of Orissa was allowed, reinstating the declaration of excess land.