Tribunal Grants ₹22.75 Lakh Compensation to Family of 2017 Road Accident Victim

The Delhi High Court’s Special Cautionary Tribunal awarded ₹22.75 lakh to the family of a 45‑year‑old man who lost his life in a road accident on National Highway 44 in 2017. The decision, issued on Tuesday, cites the negligence of the driver and the lack of proper road safety measures as the cause of the fatal crash. The tribunal’s report states that the deceased was struck by a speeding vehicle that failed to observe the mandatory speed limits. The compensation covers medical expenses, loss of income, and a lump‑sum for the family’s future needs. The award is expected to set a precedent for similar cases involving road‑traffic fatalities in India.