New India Assurance Co. Ltd vs Kendra Devi & Ors

The Supreme Court upheld the concurrent findings of the Motor Accident Claims Tribunal and the High Court, affirming the award of Rs.1,25,000/- as compensation under Section 147 of the Motor Vehicles Act, 1988. The Court rejected the Insurance Company's argument that it was not liable due to the vehicle carrying more passengers than permitted, emphasizing the tragic loss of the deceased, who was the sole breadwinner. The appeal by New India Assurance Company Ltd. was dismissed, affirming the lower courts' decisions.