Authority: Hon'ble Manoj Kumar Tiwari, J
Order Date: 16 June 2026
Case Overview
- Parties: Petitioner Mr. Himanshu Pal (represented by Advocate Nitin Kumar) vs. Respondent No. 1 – Insurance Regulatory & Development Authority of India (IRDAI) and Respondent No. 2 – the insurance company.
- Nature of dispute: Petitioner alleges that his insurance claim was repudiated and that his complaint filed with IRDAI was not registered. He seeks compensation, directions to the insurance company, and a physical hearing.
- Key dates: Representation by petitioner submitted to Respondent No. 1 on 12 May 2026.
- Reliefs sought: (i) Compensation in favour of petitioner; (ii) Directions to the insurance company based on the representation dated 12 May 2026; (iii) Time‑bound disposal of the representation and provision of a physical hearing.
Court Observations & Directions
- The Court notes the representation dated 12 May 2026 submitted by the petitioner.
- As per applicable law, the respondents are required to decide the matter within ten weeks from the date of presentation of the certified copy of this order.
- The order is signed by Hon'ble Manoj Kumar Tiwari, J on 16 June 2026.
Final Outcome
- Respondent No. 1 (IRDAI) and Respondent No. 2 (insurance company) are directed to dispose of the petitioner’s representation within ten weeks of receiving the certified copy of this order and to comply with any further directions regarding compensation and hearing.
Topics: Insurance Regulation, Legal Dispute