Settlement or Court: Families to Decide

Air India and the Airports Authority of India have finalised a framework for settling compensation claims for the families of victims of the 2024 aircraft accident near Delhi. The settlement outlines clear categories and amounts of compensation to provide timely financial assistance to affected parties and help reduce prolonged legal disputes.

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Under the agreed terms, families of passengers who lost their lives will receive compensation amounts based on age brackets. Close relatives of adult victims aged 18 to 60 are set to receive higher payouts than beneficiaries of older or younger passengers. The structure takes into account estimated future earnings and financial responsibilities, aiming to offer meaningful relief rather than a flat, uniform sum.

In addition to death benefits, the settlement includes provisions for those who suffered permanent or serious injuries in the incident. Disability compensation will be determined by the degree of impairment and its impact on long-term earning capacity. Medical expenses already incurred will be reimbursed upon production of valid bills and supporting documentation.