Smt. V. Mangaleswari vs V. Balakrishna Reddy And Ors.

The Supreme Court held that the compensation awarded for loss of four fingers due to a motor accident was inadequate. The Court enhanced the total compensation from Rs. 60,000/- to Rs. 1,00,000/- by granting an additional Rs. 40,000/- in lump sum, emphasizing the claimant's ability to earn through playing the Veena. The Court directed the Insurance Company to deposit the enhanced amount in the Tribunal within twelve weeks for the claimant to withdraw upon providing identity.