As of May 9, 2025, there are no specific reports indicating that the Jammu & Kashmir High Court has ordered a compensation of ₹86 lakhs for the arbitrary demolition of a senior citizen’s property. However, the court has previously addressed similar issues concerning unlawful demolitions and the violation of property rights.

For instance, in November 2024, the J&K and Ladakh High Court ruled that the right to property is a human right and directed the Army to pay rent accumulated over 46 years for land it had occupied since 1978 without compensating the owner .

Additionally, in December 2023, the High Court granted compensation for land taken by the Irrigation Department in 1969, emphasizing that the right to property remains a constitutional right under Article 300A of the Indian Constitution .

These cases highlight the judiciary’s stance on protecting property rights and ensuring due process. If you have more specific details or context regarding the ₹86 lakh compensation case, please provide them so I can assist you further.

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