Archive · 29 Jan 2026
Bombay HC Orders Maharashtra to Pay Rs. 3.5 Crore in Unpaid Compensation
The Bombay High Court told the Maharashtra government to pay Rs.
3.5 crore to people who were supposed to get money from the government but didn't.
A lawyer named Satyam Atul Surana told the court that the government hadn't paid this money in 136 cases, even though the Maharashtra State Human Rights Commission had said they should.
The court also told the government to make sure they follow these rules in the future by appointing a special officer to handle it.
Meanwhile, the State Human Rights Commission is looking into a complaint about fines imposed on a legally approved parking lot in Bandra Kurla Complex, where a resident was fined despite parking in a designated area.
The Commission noted that the police should have refunded the fine and that the government needs to ensure compliance with human rights.
Bombay High Court directed Maharashtra government to deposit Rs. 3.5 crore for unpaid compensation to victims.
The court was hearing a PIL by lawyer Satyam Atul Surana highlighting non-compliance with MSHRC recommendations.
There are 136 pending cases with a total compensation of Rs. 3.39 crore.
The court asked the government to consult with the State Chief Secretary and appoint a nodal officer for compliance.
Over 180 orders or recommendations were made by the MSHRC to various state government departments.
- Who
- Maharashtra government, Bombay High Court, Satyam Atul Surana, Maharashtra State Human Rights Commission (MSHRC)
- What
- Bombay High Court directed Maharashtra government to deposit Rs. 3.5 crore for unpaid compensation to victims as recommended by MSHRC
- When
- Tuesday (specific date not mentioned)
- Where
- Bombay High Court, Maharashtra, India
- Why
- To ensure compliance with MSHRC directives and compensate victims in 136 pending cases
Government Compliance
Victim Compensation
Compensation Payment
Government Compliance
The Maharashtra government has been directed to deposit Rs. 3.5 crore for unpaid compensation to victims as recommended by the Maharashtra State Human Rights Commission (MSHRC).
Victim Compensation
Victims of pending cases are yet to receive their due compensation, highlighting the need for immediate payment.
Government Action
Government Compliance
The government has been asked to consult with the State Chief Secretary and appoint a nodal officer for compliance with MSHRC directives.
Victim Compensation
The delay in compliance and payment of compensation has caused distress to the victims, emphasizing the urgency of the situation.
- Amount Ordered
- Rs. 3.5 crore
- Pending Cases
- 136
- Total Compensation Pending
- Rs. 3.39 crore
- Total Orders/Recommendations
- 180
- Court
- Bombay High Court
- Petitioner
- Satyam Atul Surana
- Commission
- Maharashtra State Human Rights Commission (MSHRC)
Sources
‘Grim picture’, despite MSHRC orders: Bombay HC directs govt to deposit Rs. 3.5 crore for unpaid compensation
Redevelopment delay: National Consumer Disputes Redressal Commission awards over Rs 3.91cr to Mumbai family
