#Section 28-A

Orissa High Court reinforces that once a compensation enhancement order under Section 28-A of the Land Acquisition Act is finalized, administrative delays cannot override judicial directives. The court directed the state to sanction and disburse the 27-year-old enhanced compensation by July 2026, with 9% interest from 1979, upholding the constitutional right to property against procedural bottlenecks.

Karnataka High Court rules that the exclusion of time under Section 28-A of the Land Acquisition Act for obtaining a certified copy applies universally to all land losers, even those who did not personally apply. This ensures equitable access to enhanced compensation, reinforcing the beneficial intent of the provision for all affected parties.

Landowners are entitled to seek enhanced compensation under Section 28-A of the Land Acquisition Act even if their application was filed earlier, as the limitation period begins only upon final judicial determination of market value. This ruling ensures equitable compensation by preventing premature dismissal of claims pending adjudication.

Bombay High Court holds that Section 28-A of the Land Acquisition Act permits claimants to seek enhanced compensation for land classification and ancillary assets not covered in the foundational award.