SOHAN LALL PASSI vs SH. P. SESHA REDDY .

The Supreme Court upheld the decision of the High Court, affirming that the Insurance Company was not liable for compensation under the Motor Vehicles Act due to the bus being driven by Rajinder Pal Singh, who lacked a valid driving license. The Court emphasized that the liability of the Insurance Company is contingent upon the driver holding a valid license as per the insurance policy terms. The compensation amount was enhanced from Rs. 66,000 to Rs. 1,57,500, with interest at 12% per annum awarded to the claimants.