Authority: Supreme Court of India (Lok Adalat)

Order Date: 23-08-2026

Case Overview

  • Petitioners: Abdul Akram (petitioner) vs United India Insurance Co. Ltd (respondent) in Special Leave Petition (Civil) Diary No.33642/2023.
  • The matter arose from a compensation award by the High Court of Rs 4,69,072, with interest as per that order.
  • During the Supreme Court proceedings, the parties reached a settlement.
  • Under the settlement, United India Insurance Co. Ltd agreed to pay an enhanced compensation of Rs 9,00,000, retaining the interest rate specified in the High Court order.
  • The respondent’s counsel committed to pay the settlement amount within six weeks from the date of the order.
  • The petitioner’s counsel is required to furnish the petitioner’s bank account details to the respondent’s counsel within one week.

Final Outcome

  • The Special Leave Petition stands disposed of.
  • Court fee to be refunded as per applicable rules.

Topics: Legal Settlement, Insurance Compensation