Supreme Court Lok Adalat Confirms Rs 4 Lakh Deposit

Authority: Supreme Court Special Lok Adalat

Order Date: 23-08-2026

Case Overview

• Petition for Special Leave to Appeal (C) No. 18181/2023 filed by Basanna against Sharanabasappa & Anr.
• Earlier order dated 05.08.2025 directed a lump‑sum compensation of Rs 4,00,000 with interest at 6% per annum, payable by the respondent insurer.
• Respondent No.2, Reliance General Insurance Co. Ltd., represented by counsel Mr. Sahil Gupta, Chief Manager (Legal), informed the Court that the amount had already been deposited with the jurisdictional Motor Accident Claims Tribunal (MACT).

Final Outcome

• The Court, noting the deposit, held that no further decision was required.
• The Special Leave Petition stands disposed of, and any pending applications are also disposed of.

Topics: Compensation, Insurance, Judicial Order