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43. Record perused.

44. As mentioned earlier, as per the medical record of the petitioner, he had suffered multiple injuries. He has undergone various surgeries. He has suffered from partial paralysis. As per his Disability Certificate Ex. PW6/A, he is 100% permanently disabled. Hence, it is apparent that he has lost his capacity to work. Accordingly, it is held that the petitioner shall be entitled to the loss of income for 12 months i.e. Rs.23,600/- x 12 = Rs. 2,83,200/-. Loss of income for 33 months is not granted as the same shall be covered under loss of future income, as the same shall be calculated as per his age as on the date of the accident.

49. Locomotor disability is a restriction in movement of limbs, bones, joints and muscles. It limits physical mobility and function. Paraplegia refers to partial or complete paralysis of the lower half of the body, including both legs and sometimes the trunk, caused by the damage to the spinal cord. The same with severe bladder/bowl RUCHIKA SINGLA MACT No.663/2023 RUCHIKA SINGLA Date: 2026.04.04 15:56:22 +0530 movement implies loss of control over bowel and bladder functions. In the present case, the petitioner has suffered complete paraplegia. Meaning thereby, that he has suffered complete paralysis of the lower half of the body with loss of control over bowel and bladder functions.

2026.04.04 15:56:39 +0530 amount of Rs. 13,50,000/- is awarded to the petitioner under the head of special diet.
Conveyance charges:

56. The petitioner is claiming a sum of Rs. 2,50,000/- towards conveyance charges. Admittedly there is no document showing expense on conveyance, however, considering his injuries and paralysis, this Tribunal is of the view that the petitioner must have spent money on conveyance and shall require funds for this purpose in the future, thus, the petitioner is awarded a sum of Rs. 2,50,000/- towards conveyance charges.

65. In the preset case also, due to the partial paralysis suffered by the petitioner, he has lost the ability to control his bowel movement. Hence, there would be need for diapers, pads, sanitary sheets, regular changing of bed-sheets, wet wipes, tissue-papers, medical gloves, etc. Hence, relying upon the above mentioned judgment, he is awarded a total amount of Rs. 10,80,000/- towards reimbursement apropos lifetime sanitary expenses & future medical expenses.

66. Accordingly, keeping in view the facts and circumstances, the material on record, and the settled principles and guidelines governing the injury cases like the present one, the compensation is being derived in the present case as under:-