Supreme Court of India · 1995-11-27
HARVINDER CHAUDHARY SRIVASTAVA vs U.O.I. .
- Citation / case number
- SC 1992/83821
- Court
- Supreme Court of India
- Petitioner
- HARVINDER CHAUDHARY SRIVASTAVA
- Respondent
- U.O.I. .
- Author
- K. RAMASWAMY
- Bench
- K. RAMASWAMY
Judgment text excerpt
The Supreme Court directed the Delhi Administration to pay compensation for loss of life and injuries sustained in a fire incident, awarding Rs.10,000 each to the legal representatives of two deceased individuals, and varying amounts for medical expenses and permanent disabilities to injured parties. The Court emphasized the need for adequate compensation for victims of negligence and injury, holding that the administration must fulfill its duty to provide relief. The writ petition was disposed of with these directives, ensuring justice for the affected families.