Background

Ms. P inherited land from her predecessor, whose ownership was duly recorded in the relevant property records. However, part of this land was requisitioned by the state authorities under the West Bengal Land (Acquisition and Requisition) Act, 1948. This led to two separate acquisitions of the land, but Ms. P was not informed about the award of compensation.

Timeline of Events

1. Initial Requisition and Acquisition:
   • The respondent initiated two separate acquisitions under the West Bengal Land (Acquisition and Requisition) Act, 1948.
   • An award of compensation was allegedly determined but not communicated to Ms. P.
   • The land was acquired and possession was transferred to the state authorities.
   • The case was transferred to the Land Acquisition Act, 1894, and an award was declared for compensation due to Ms. P’s predecessor.
2. Legal Proceedings Initiated:
   • Ms. P filed a petition under Article 226 of the Indian Constitution, seeking the disbursement of compensation for the acquisition of her property.
   • The Hon’ble Court directed the collector to address Ms. P’s representation and pass the necessary orders after hearing her case.
   • An order was passed stating that an award had been determined for the properties.
3. Further Petitions and Court Orders:
   • Ms. P filed another petition under Article 226, requesting the withdrawal of the collector’s order and seeking additional reliefs.
   • The Hon’ble Court set aside the previous order and directed the authorities to pass a fresh order, disclosing the particulars of the acquisition and compensation.
   • In compliance, the collector issued a new order and allegedly passed the award, including the market value compensation to Ms. P.

Resolution

Despite multiple attempts and facing numerous obstacles, Ms. P sought the expertise of Kshetry and Associates. Leveraging their legal knowledge and experience, the firm effectively represented Ms. P’s interests. Consequently, she was able to secure the justice and compensation she rightfully deserved.

Conclusion

The case of Ms. P highlights the complexities and challenges involved in land acquisition and compensation matters. It underscores the importance of legal representation in navigating bureaucratic processes and securing fair compensation for affected landowners. Kshetry and Associates played a crucial role in ensuring that Ms. P’s rights were upheld and that she received the compensation due for her acquired land.