Karnataka High Court orders GBA to pay ₹2.77 crore to man paralysed after tree branch fall

The Karnataka High Court has directed the GBA to pay ₹2.77 crore in compensation to a man who was left paralysed after a tree branch fell on him, resulting in life-altering injuries.

The court’s order

Issuing the order, the High Court mandated the payment of ₹2.77 crore to the victim as compensation arising from the incident. The ruling holds the entity responsible for compensating the injured man, who has reportedly suffered permanent disability following the accident.

About the incident

According to the case presented before the court, the man was paralysed after a tree branch fell on him. Further particulars regarding the date and location of the incident, the bench that delivered the judgment, and the identities of the parties were not immediately available in the source material.

Implications

The judgment underscores the court’s readiness to award substantial compensation in cases involving severe, long-term harm caused by such incidents. While details of the court’s reasoning, including how the compensation amount was calculated, were not provided in the available source, the order directs the GBA to disburse the awarded sum to the victim.

What’s next

Details on the timeline for payment and any potential further legal steps by the parties were not specified. Additional information is awaited on compliance with the High Court’s directive and whether any appeal will be pursued.

This report will be updated as more verified details become available.