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 Claim Petition would not be impediment to award just compensation exceeding the claimed amount. F...