CHARANJIT KAUR vs UNION OF INDIA

The Supreme Court held that the authorities exhibited gross negligence in handling the case of the petitioner's husband, who died under mysterious circumstances while in military service. The Court found that the officer's death was attributable to the actions and omissions of the authorities, warranting an investigation at the highest level. The petitioner was entitled to a Special Family Pension and Children Allowance from the date of her husband's death, along with compensation of Rs. 6,00,000, with interest at 12% per annum, as per relevant rules.