In Brief
This case concerns land acquisition compensation disputes in Mohali. The Land Acquisition Officer initially offered Rs.1.36 crore per acre, which a Reference Court enhanced to Rs.3.87 crores per acre. The High Court ordered deposit of Rs.3.50 crores per acre pending appeals. The Supreme Court partly modified this interim order, directing the acquiring authority (GMDA) to deposit the entire awarded amount with the High Court. Landowners can then withdraw 50% upon furnishing security, while the remaining 50% is invested in fixed deposits with the High Court Registrar, subject to final appellate outcome.
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