2008 PLP 558 (CLC)
MUHAMMAD SHAFT BUTT and others — Petitioners Versus PROVINCE OF SINDH, through Secretary, Local Government Department, Government of Sindh and others — Respondents
| Citation | 2008 PLP 558 (CLC) |
| Forum / Court | Karachi |
| Bench Members | N/A |
| Parties | MUHAMMAD SHAFT BUTT and others — Petitioners Versus PROVINCE OF SINDH, through Secretary, Local Government Department, Government of Sindh and others — Respondents |
| Primary Law | Land Acquisition Act (I of 1894) |
Q1: What are the key laws and sections cited in 2008 PLP 558 (CLC)?
This judgment primarily cites: Land Acquisition Act (I of 1894) as referenced in Pakistani case law index.
Q2: Which judicial bench decided the case 2008 PLP 558 (CLC)?
The case was heard and decided by the Karachi bench comprising: N/A.
Q3: What is the official citation format for this judgment on Pakistan Law Portal?
Cite this legal precedent as: 2008 PLP 558 (CLC) (MUHAMMAD SHAFT BUTT and others — Petitioners Versus PROVINCE OF SINDH, through Secretary, Local Government Department, Government of Sindh and others — Respondents). Read the full summary and cross-referenced laws free on Pakistan Law Portal.
Laws Cited
Representation
- Kalim Hassan Siddiqui for Petitioner.
- Manzoor Ahmed for Respondent.
Headnotes / Summary
Ss. 4 & 10
Constitution of Pakistan (1973) Art.199
Constitutional petition
Nothing was available to indicate that property of petitioner was acquired by authorities for the purpose of construction of public purpose
Nazir of the court had reported that it was located at some distance from the land being acquired
Petitioner's property was not being acquired, however, if it was decided to acquire the same, that would be done only in accordance with law and on payment of appropriate compensation to the petitioner
Counsel for the petitioner being satisfied, petition was disposed of accordingly.
Judgment & Decree
Apparently, there is nothing to indicate the petitioner's property is acquired by the respondent for the purpose of construction of Lyari Express, and the Nazir has reported that it is located at some distance from the river bed of the Lyari River. Mr. Manzoor Ahmed stated that there is nothing on record of City District Government Karachi, indicating that the petitioners' property is being acquired. However, it is eventually decided to acquire the same, will be done only in accordance with law and paying appropriate compensation to the petitioner. Learned counsel for the petitioner is satisfied and the petition is disposed of. H.B.T./M-198/K Order accordingly.