Suresh Kumar vs The State Of Haryana

The Supreme Court examined appeals concerning land acquisition disputes where the delay in filing appeals was not condoned by the High Court. The Court analyzed whether the delay in preferring appeals from the acquisition orders was justified and whether the High Court's refusal to condone the delay was proper. The Court emphasized the importance of timely filing in land acquisition cases and upheld the High Court's decision, reinforcing procedural adherence. The judgment underscores the necessity of adhering to prescribed timelines in land acquisition appeals to ensure legal certainty and proper land use planning.