As per case facts, the petitioner filed a public interest litigation challenging the allotment of land by the Kolkata Metropolitan Development Authority (KMDA) to a cooperative society, arguing it was ... done with unexplained haste, without an approved format, and in violation of established rules and statutory provisions. The petitioner claimed the KMDA acted arbitrarily, frittering away government property and exceeding its powers as a statutory agent, thereby violating Article 14. The respondents countered that KMDA had the power to dispose of property and that the petitioner lacked bona fide, having targeted specific individuals due to prior unsuccessful litigation. The question arose whether the KMDA's allotment of land was fair, transparent, and non-arbitrary, adhering to constitutional principles and relevant statutory provisions. Finally, the Court found sufficient justification in the petitioner's submissions, noting serious procedural irregularities, unfairness, and arbitrariness in KMDA's actions. The Court rejected arguments regarding the petitioner's bona fide and delay/laches, concluding that the allotment of plots and the registered deed of lease were canceled. The society was directed to hand over vacant possession, and KMDA was ordered to return the premium amount along with the present market value of construction and interest.