Student Wins ₹9.10 Lakh Compensation After Train Delay Causes Missed Exam
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Moneycontrol•27-01-2026, 17:41
Student Wins ₹9.10 Lakh Compensation After Train Delay Causes Missed Exam
- •A student from Basti district, Samriddhi, was awarded ₹9.10 lakh compensation by the District Consumer Commission.
- •She missed her BSc Biotechnology entrance exam in 2018 because her Intercity Superfast train was delayed by over two hours.
- •Samriddhi had sought ₹20 lakh in compensation, arguing that the delay wasted her academic year and preparation.
- •The commission ruled that the railway was negligent in providing timely service, despite admitting the delay without concrete reason.
- •The railway must pay the compensation within 45 days, with a 12% interest rate applicable if delayed further.
Why It Matters: Railway ordered to pay ₹9.10 lakh compensation to student for missed exam due to train delay.
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