Sat Sep 13 17:51:07 UTC 2025: **Summary:**

A Lok Adalat in Guntur, Andhra Pradesh, facilitated the settlement of a long-pending motor accident claim for ₹1.11 crore. The case involved the family of Yerradla Srinivasulu, who died in a road accident in 2020. After a lengthy legal battle including appeals and enhancements in compensation, the matter was finally resolved through conciliation at the Lok Adalat. The Guntur DLSA secured the first place in civil case settlements and the second place overall among districts in Andhra Pradesh in this Lok Adalat.

**News Article:**

**Guntur Lok Adalat Secures ₹1.11 Crore Settlement for Accident Victim’s Family**

**GUNTUR, September 13, 2025:** In a significant victory for alternative dispute resolution, a Lok Adalat in Guntur today finalized a motor accident claim settlement worth ₹1,11,82,343 for the family of the late Yerradla Srinivasulu, who tragically died in a road accident five years ago.

The cheque was presented to the family by B. Sai Kalyan Chakravarthi, Principal District and Sessions Judge, Guntur, in the presence of DLSA Secretary Syed Ziyauddin, marking the culmination of a protracted legal battle.

The case, initially filed seeking ₹85 lakh compensation, progressed through the trial court and the Andhra Pradesh High Court, resulting in an enhanced compensation award of ₹91,74,094 with interest. However, the insurance company appealed.

Finally, through the conciliatory efforts of the Lok Adalat, a settlement of ₹1.11 crore was reached, providing much-needed financial relief to the grieving family. Counsels V. Brahma Reddy (for the claimants) and P. Ramanjaneyulu (for the insurance company), along with representatives from United India Insurance Company, were present at the settlement.

“This settlement demonstrates the efficiency and accessibility of Lok Adalats in delivering justice without the burden of prolonged litigation,” stated Judge Chakravarthi.

DLSA Secretary Syed Ziyauddin highlighted the success of the Guntur district Lok Adalat, citing the settlement of 908 civil disputes and approximately 9,700 criminal cases, securing the district’s top ranking in civil case settlements and second place overall in Andhra Pradesh. The DLSA had constituted 41 benches across the district to facilitate the resolution of cases.

The successful resolution of this case underscores the crucial role of Lok Adalats in providing timely and effective justice to citizens across Andhra Pradesh.

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