C.H.Suryanarayana vs Oriental Insurance Co. Ltd & Anr

The Supreme Court held that the High Court erred in reducing the compensation awarded by the Motor Accident Claims Tribunal from Rs.2,16,000/- to Rs.1,08,000/-. The Court emphasized that the compensation should reflect the actual loss suffered by the claimant and reinstated the Tribunal's original award. Consequently, the appeal was allowed, and the High Court's order was set aside, restoring the Tribunal's decision.