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Kolkata Court Raises Compensation to ₹1 Crore for Doctor Killed in Road Accident
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Kolkata Court Raises Compensation to ₹1 Crore for Doctor Killed in Road Accident

✍️ The Indian Express 🗓 22 Jul 2026, 09:48 AM 👁 4

The Calcutta High Court has increased the compensation payable to the family of a doctor who died in a road accident to ₹1 crore.

The Calcutta High Court has ruled to raise the compensation for the family of Dr. R. K. Sinha, who lost his life in a road accident on 12 March 2024. The court increased the amount from the earlier award of ₹75 lakhs to ₹1 crore, citing the severity of the loss and the need for adequate financial support. The decision was made after a review of the case files and the circumstances surrounding the fatal crash. The family has expressed gratitude for the higher award, which will help cover medical expenses and future needs.
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