Supreme Court Uploads Truck Fire Insurance Claim Even without National Permit

The Supreme Court has ruled that a truck owner is entitled to an insurance claim even if the national permit authorization fee for interstate movement was unpaid.

It overturned the National Consumer Disputes Redressal Commission’s (NCDRC) decision, which had denied the claim.

The insurer had rejected the claim for a fire-damaged truck, citing non-payment of the authorization fee. The NCDRC upheld this denial.

However, the Supreme Court clarified that non-payment of such fees does not invalidate the insurance policy.

The Court has directed the insurance company to pay the claim amount along with 9% interest from the date of complaint.