Hyderabad: The Motor Accident Claims Tribunal of the City Civil Court has directed the Telangana State Road Transport Corporation (TGSRTC) to pay compensation of Rs 24,86,105 to a minor girl who lost her leg in a bus accident.
The tribunal also ordered that the compensation amount carry an interest rate of 9 percent per annum from the date of filing the case until full payment.
Details of accident
The victim, Harshita, a resident of Saidabad, was six years old at the time of the accident. On August 4, 2020, she was walking with her parents from Bogaram towards Nelapatla when a TGSRTC bus coming from behind hit her near Ramannapet.
As a result of the impact, the front wheel of the bus ran over her right leg, causing severe injuries. Doctors had to amputate her leg below the knee.
A case was registered against the bus driver at the Ramannapet Police Station, and a charge sheet was filed. The driver reportedly admitted to his negligence.
After examining the petition filed by the girl’s father, Mallaiah, the tribunal held that the accident occurred due to the driver’s negligence and awarded the compensation accordingly.
