Authority: High Court of Odisha, Cuttack
Order Date: 25 September 2026
Case Overview
- Petitioner: Suresh Negi (advocated by Mr. Bhojaraj Seth) vs. State of Odisha & others (advocated by Mr. Manmaya Kumar Dash, AGA).
- The writ petition challenges the failure to release compensation for land identified as Khata No.81, Plot No.370, measuring 0.25 acre at Mouza‑Lambadunguri, which was acquired by Hindalco Industries Ltd., Hirakud in 2006.
- The petitioner filed a representation dated 03‑07‑2025 (Annexure‑6) before the Collector, Sambalpur, seeking redress; the representation remained pending.
- The Court heard counsel for both parties and, without delving into the merits, issued procedural directions.
Final Outcome
- The Collector, Sambalpur, is directed to dispose of the petitioner’s representation (Annexure‑6) by passing a reasoned order in accordance with law within one month of receiving a certified copy of this order.
- The outcome of the representation must be communicated to the petitioner.
- The writ petition is disposed of.
Topics: Land Compensation, Judicial Direction