Land Acquisition Compensation: Supreme Court Advocates for Equity and Justice

The Supreme Court emphasized that land compensation should be assessed based on equality, equity, and justice, rather than mechanically. In a recent case, it partially adjusted compensations in Gurugram, advocating for reflecting real estate market dynamics. The court stressed the importance of differentiating 'inner' and 'outer' land belts.

The Supreme Court has ruled that compensation for land acquisition demands an approach grounded in equality, equity, and justice, deviating from mechanical assessments. The ruling emerged as the court deliberated on appeals concerning compensation in Gurugram's Fazalwas and Kukrola villages.

Presided over by Justices Surya Kant and Ujjal Bhuyan, the bench emphasized the need for equitable compensation reflecting lands with similar locational potential. The apex court cautioned against relying solely on rigid methodologies and underscored the importance of considering the growth and change in real estate markets.

The court upheld parts of the Punjab and Haryana High Court's verdict, modifying compensations based on the proximity to NH-8, recognizing 'inner' and 'outer' land categories. The decision underscores the legal focus on fair compensation practices, accounting for economic and infrastructural developments.

(With inputs from agencies.)