BEST Committee Approves Compensation Amidst Opposition
Mumbai – The BEST (Brihanmumbai Electric Supply and Transport) committee’s inaugural meeting saw heated debate before approving ₹40.5 lakh in compensation for accident victims involving BEST buses.
- Approved: ₹40.5 lakh compensation for seven accident victims.
- Opposition: Raised concerns over amounts exceeding original claims.
- Justification: Committee noted the settlement was less than the initial ₹83 lakh demanded by families.
- Transparency questioned: Opposition demanded claimant details and ID proof.
- Next steps: The administration must pay the remaining ₹39.75 within 45 days.