Pradyumna Mukund Kokil vs The Nashik Municipal Corporation

The Supreme Court examined a dispute over land acquired by the Nashik Municipal Corporation under the Maharashtra Regional and Town Planning Act, 1966, where part of the land was taken without following the formal acquisition process. The Court analyzed whether the partial acquisition and subsequent use of land without proper procedures violated legal provisions. The judgment emphasized adherence to statutory procedures for land acquisition and the importance of protecting property rights. The Court ultimately held that the partial acquisition without compliance with the Land Acquisition Act was unlawful.