Authority: Lok Adalat, High Court

Order Date: 08 July 2026

Case Overview

  • Parties: Appellant Rekha Rani (and others) vs Respondent Rampal Singh (and others) and Oriental Insurance Co. Ltd.
  • Counsel: Mr. Aashish Kumar for the appellants; Mr. Aseem Aggarwal for the respondent (Oriental Insurance).
  • The appeal concerned the amount awarded by the Tribunal; the parties agreed to an enhanced settlement of Rs 22,00,000 over and above the tribunal award.

Final Outcome

  • Oriental Insurance Co. Ltd is directed to issue a crossed‑cheque of Rs 22,00,000 payable to appellant No.1 – Rekha Rani.
  • The cheque must be deposited with the office of the Lok Adalat of the High Court on or before 19 August 2026.
  • If the cheque is not deposited by the stipulated date, the amount will attract interest at 9% per annum from the date of this order until the cheque is deposited.
  • The case is disposed of with this direction; any pending applications stand disposed of.

Topics: Insurance Settlement, Lok Adalat Order