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Thane Man's Kin Get ₹31.43 Lakh Compensation

Family of Thane accident victim awarded compensation. Tribunal orders payment with interest.

Mumbai Alert · City Desk
Mumbai Alert · City Desk
City Desk · Mumbai Alert News · Wed, 08 July 2026 at 01:48 pm
Thane Man's Kin Get ₹31.43 Lakh Compensation

A significant compensation has been awarded to the family of a Thane man who lost his life in a road accident in 2020.

The Motor Accidents Claims Tribunal (MACT) has ordered the owner of a tempo involved in the accident and its insurer to pay ₹31.43 lakh to the kin of the victim, Rajaram Narayan Mhatre.

The order, which was passed on July 8, directs the payment to be made jointly and severally, with an interest of 9% per annum from the date of the petition.

Rajaram Narayan Mhatre was a resident of Thane, and his family had filed a petition with the MACT seeking compensation for his death in the road accident.

The MACT's order is a significant relief for the family of the victim, who had been seeking justice and compensation for the loss of their loved one.

The accident had occurred in 2020, and since then, the family had been fighting for compensation. The order of the MACT is a testament to the fact that the legal system is in place to provide relief to the victims of road accidents and their families.

The payment of ₹31.43 lakh, along with an interest of 9% per annum, will help the family of the victim to cope with the financial loss they have suffered due to his untimely death.

The MACT's order also highlights the importance of having a robust insurance system in place to provide compensation to the victims of road accidents.

In recent years, there has been a significant increase in the number of road accidents in and around Thane, resulting in loss of life and property. The order of the MACT is a reminder that the authorities are taking steps to provide relief to the victims and their families.

The family of Rajaram Narayan Mhatre can now find some solace in the fact that they have been awarded compensation for their loss. The order of the MACT is a significant step towards providing justice to the victims of road accidents and their families.

The compensation awarded to the family of the victim is a reminder that the legal system is in place to protect the rights of the citizens and provide relief to those who have suffered due to the negligence of others.

In conclusion, the order of the MACT awarding ₹31.43 lakh compensation to the kin of Rajaram Narayan Mhatre is a significant development that highlights the importance of having a robust legal system in place to provide relief to the victims of road accidents and their families. It also underscores the need for a strong insurance system to provide compensation to those who have suffered due to the negligence of others.

This development is significant for the people of Thane and the surrounding areas, as it shows that the authorities are taking steps to provide relief to the victims of road accidents and their families. It also serves as a reminder that the legal system is in place to protect the rights of the citizens and provide justice to those who have been wronged.

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