Civil Appeal (Motor Accident Compensation) · Supreme Court of India
Reliance General Insurance Company Limited v. Priyanka Das and Others
| Case number | 2026 INSC 950 |
|---|---|
| Citation | 2026 INSC 950 |
| Date of judgment | 5 Sept 2026 |
| Petitioner / Appellant | Reliance General Insurance Company Limited |
| Respondent | Priyanka Das and Others |
Holding
The multiplier for computing motor accident compensation on a bachelor's death must be based on the deceased's age, not the age of dependents; multiplier of 16 (age bracket 31–35) upheld and appeals of both insurer and claimant dismissed.