BHANWAR KANWAR vs R.K.GUPTA

The Supreme Court upheld the National Consumer Disputes Redressal Commission's order awarding Rs. 5,00,000 as compensation to the appellant for medical negligence under the Consumer Protection Act, 1986. The Court found that the respondent's advertisement and subsequent treatment constituted a deficiency in service, as the appellant's son’s condition worsened despite treatment. The Court affirmed the compensation amount but modified the directive regarding the deposit into the Consumer Legal Aid account, emphasizing the need for full compensation to the appellant.