Can a government body avoid paying compensation for acquired land by claiming a stay order when that stay didn’t apply to the specific land owners? The Supreme Court of India addressed this issue in a case involving the Delhi Development Authority (DDA) and several landowners. The court clarified the application of Section 24(2) of The […]
Can the government acquire land without taking possession or paying compensation? The Supreme Court of India recently addressed this critical question in a series of land acquisition cases. The Court emphasized that if the government fails to take possession of the land or pay compensation within five years, the acquisition lapses under Section 24(2) of
Can a land acquisition be upheld even with procedural errors? The Supreme Court of India addressed this question in a case concerning land acquisition for a market expansion. The Court acknowledged procedural infirmities but upheld the acquisition, emphasizing the larger public interest. This case highlights the balance between procedural compliance and public benefit in land
