O.K.Santhakumari v. Government of Kerala
Case brief
What is this about?
Compensation for land acquired for Kannur Air Port was re-fixed using previously adopted rates for properties with and without road access. Government appeals were dismissed and claimant appeals allowed to the stated extent, with statutory benefits subject to interest exclusions. Enhancement beyond appellate claims was conditional on payment of deficit court fee.
What did the court decide?
Land values re-fixed with statutory benefits subject to interest exclusions; three weeks allowed for deficit court fee; proportionate costs granted to successful claimants.