Authority: Supreme Court Special Lok Adalat
Order Date: 23‑08‑2026
Case Overview
- Petitioners: D. N. Ramamohan & Ors.; Respondents: J. Vijayalaxmi & Anr., with the second respondent being New India Assurance Co. Ltd., represented by Ms. Nikhita Bhowmik, Deputy Manager.
- The dispute arose from a motor accident claim where the Motor Accident Claims Tribunal (MACT) awarded Rs 31,33,596.
- On appeal, the High Court enhanced the award to Rs 46,10,128, but on review reduced it to Rs 31,95,420.
- Counsel for petitioners: Mr. Sharanagouda Patil, Mrs. Supreeta Patil, S‑Legal Associates, AOR Mr. Kotresh A.
- Counsel for respondents: Mr. JPN Shahi, Ms. Binisa Mohanty, AOR.
- Bench: Hon’ble Mr. Justice Pamidighantam Sri Narasimha and Hon’ble Mr. Justice Alok Aradhe, with senior advocate Mr. Ritin Rai and AORs Mr. Anas Tanwir, Ms. K. Enatoli Sema.
Final Outcome
- The parties reached a full and final settlement restoring the enhanced amount of Rs 46,10,128.
- The settlement amount is to be paid, if not already paid, within six weeks from the order date.
- Accordingly, the Special Leave Petitions (C) No. 13476‑13477/2023 are disposed of.
Topics: Legal Settlement, Motor Accident Compensation