KRISHNA DEVI Vs. STATE OF HARYANA

JUDGEMENT

(1.) IN this case, Krishna Devi-petitioner suffered injures in the accident. There was central dislocation of right hip, and there was shortening of hip region by 1x1/2" and the permanent disability was opined at 20%. The Tribunal awarded a sum of Rs. 25,000/- by way of compensation. The break up is as follows :-

(2.) LOK Adalat had enhanced the compensation regarding permanent disability from Rs. 10,000/- to Rs. 40,000/-. In my opinion, the appellant is entitled to compensation of Rs. 30,000/- for permanent disability. This amount will be inclusive of the amount already awarded by the Tribunal.

(3.) THIS appeal is accordingly disposed of in the above terms. Appeal disposed of.