Compensation Enhanced for Family of Deceased Motorcyclist; Court Considers Future Prospects and Proper Consortium in Fatal Accident Case: Supreme Court

In a landmark decision aimed at protecting road accident victims’ families, the Supreme Court has enhanced the compensation for the dependants of Sobran Singh, a 33-year-old motorcyclist who died after being hit by a rashly driven Gypsy in Jhansi. The bench, led by Justice N.V. Anjaria, delivered the order on December 5, 2025, stressing fair reparation and proper consideration of future earnings. Accident Background Sobran Singh was returning home around…