Mohammed Aynuddin @ Miyam vs State Of Andhra Pradesh

The Supreme Court upheld the conviction of the bus driver under Section 304A IPC for culpable negligence resulting in the death of a passenger who fell from the bus. The Court clarified that mere occurrence of an accident does not automatically imply negligence on the part of the driver; evidence must show that the driver acted negligently, such as moving the bus before the passenger was safely aboard. The Court emphasized that the principle of res ipsa loquitor applies only when the circumstances suggest that the accident could not have occurred without negligence, and it is the driver's duty to ensure safety while operating the vehicle.