In Brief
The Supreme Court addressed multiple special leave petitions challenging the Delhi Development Authority's non-performance in acquiring land—whether compensation was paid or possession taken—on the ground that court stays prevented such action. The Court held that a stay must be specific to the particular land; a stay operating on adjoining land covered by the same award cannot excuse non-performance regarding a different plot. Where an award has been passed, a prior stay against passing it no longer bars payment or possession. The Court examined claims of subsequent purchasers who obtained No Objection Certificates and reserved judgment on several matters, while de-tagging others for further proceedings or final hearing."
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