Judiciary Has Strong Sense Of Justice': Calcutta HC Awards ₹25 Lakh Compensation Over Land Acquired By Eastern Coalfields Ltd After 30 Yrs

The Calcutta High Court has directed the state government to pay compensation to landowners for a land acquisition that occurred more than 30 years ago, in the 1990s. The court strongly criticized the bureaucratic delays that led to such a prolonged wait in resolving the compensation dispute. This ruling emphasizes the judiciary's role in addressing long-standing grievances and ensuring that citizens receive timely justice for land acquired by the state. The decision highlights the need for governmental efficiency and accountability in land acquisition processes, preventing undue hardship to affected individuals due to administrative inertia.