(1.) Despite repeated opportunities, counter-affidavit filed by the respondent is not on record. Therefore, respondent's right to file counteraffidavit is forfeited.
(2.) Vide the present petition, the petitioner is seeking direction to quash the order dated 16.08.2013 vide which the application of the petitioner for allotment of alternative plot in lieu of acquisition of the land of the petitioner was ordered to be rejected on the ground of limitation.
(3.) Vide impugned order dated 16.08.2013, respondent passed order as under: