Supreme Court of India · 2024-07-10
New Okhla Industrial Development ... vs Harnand Singh (Deceased) Thr. Lrs
- Citation / case number
- 2024 INSC 509
- Court
- Supreme Court of India
- Petitioner
- New Okhla Industrial Development ...
- Respondent
- Harnand Singh (Deceased) Thr. Lrs
- Author
- Surya Kant
- Bench
- Surya Kant
Judgment text excerpt
The Supreme Court upheld the High Court's decision to enhance compensation for land acquisition under the Land Acquisition Act, 1894, specifically referencing Section 23 which pertains to the determination of compensation. The Court established that the compensation must reflect the market value of the land at the time of acquisition, ensuring fairness to the landowners. The appeals by the New Okhla Industrial Development Authority were dismissed, affirming the High Court's judgment and review order enhancing compensation for the landowners.