KRISHNA BUS SERVICE LTD. vs SMT. MANGLI & ORS.

The Supreme Court upheld the liability of the appellant under the principle of vicarious responsibility for the negligent actions of its driver, who was found to be driving recklessly and at excessive speed, leading to a fatal accident. The Court applied the doctrine of 'res ipsa loquitur', establishing that the circumstances of the accident indicated negligence on the part of the driver and the management. The appeal was dismissed, affirming the High Court's award of damages amounting to Rs. 21,600 against the appellant and the driver, while limiting the insurance company's liability to Rs. 2,000.