Tribunal can award more compensation than claimed under MV Act: SC

Meena Devi Vs Nunu Chand Mahto @ Nemchand Mahto & Ors. (Supreme Court)

Conclusion: In present facts of the case, the Hon’ble Supreme Court by enhancing compensation held that there is no restriction that the Tribunal/Court cannot award compensation exceeding the amount so claimed under Motor Vehicles Act, 1988. The Tribunal/Court ought to award ‘just’ compensation which is reasonable in the facts relying upon the evidence produced on record. Therefore, less valuation, if any, made in the Cla

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