Chanderi Devi & Anr vs Jaspal Singh & Ors

The Supreme Court addressed the appeal against the High Court's enhancement of compensation from Rs.2,00,000/- to Rs.17,10,000/- under the Motor Vehicles Act. The Court emphasized that in the absence of documentary proof of income, reasonable estimates can be made, and future prospects must be considered in calculating loss of dependency, referencing the principles established in Sarla Verma v. Delhi Transport Corporation. The Court held that the High Court's fixation of the deceased's income was arbitrary and warranted further enhancement, thereby allowing the appeal for additional compensation.