Supreme Court of India · 2023-09-06
Loonkaran Gandhi(D) Tr.Lr. Mrs Shama ... vs State Of Maharashtra .
- Court
- Supreme Court of India
- Petitioner
- Loonkaran Gandhi(D) Tr.Lr. Mrs Shama ...
- Respondent
- State Of Maharashtra .
- Author
- J.K. Maheshwari
- Bench
- J.K. Maheshwari, Surya Kant
Judgment text excerpt
The Supreme Court examined a land acquisition dispute where the landowner challenged the legality of possession taken by the respondents and sought compensation or an alternate plot. The High Court had partly allowed the writ petition, directing the authorities to consider an alternate plot. The Court analyzed the timeline of possession and award, emphasizing the importance of lawful authority and proper compensation in land acquisition cases. The judgment underscores the need for adherence to legal procedures and fair compensation for landowners.