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 	 Tree-Collapse Tragedy</p>
<p>	 Court Issues Notice as Victims&#8217; Families Await Justice After a Year	 	</p>
<p>						CHANDIGARH: The Chandigarh administration is under scrutiny for its failure to provide compensation to the families affected by a tragic incident involving falling trees at private schools in the region. Despite a year passing since the incident, Hirakshi&#8217;s family, who lost their daughter, and Ishita, who suffered severe injuries, are yet to receive the rightful compensation. The court has taken cognizance of the matter, issuing a notice to the administration, urging a swift response to the grievance.</p>
<p>The incident occurred on July 8, 2022, prompting a comprehensive investigation ordered by a High Court judge. The inquiry report, delivered on December 30, 2022, held the Chandigarh administration responsible for the inadequate maintenance of the tree, which led to the tragic event.</p>
<p>The investigative committee recommended a compensation of Rs 1 crore to Hirakshi&#8217;s family, who tragically lost their daughter, and Rs 50 lakh to Ishita Sharma, who suffered life-altering injuries. Additionally, it was proposed that the engineering department of the Chandigarh administration cover the entire cost of Ishita&#8217;s treatment. However, the administration has only disbursed Rs 20 lakh to Hirakshi&#8217;s father and Rs 10 lakh to Ishita, falling significantly short of the recommended amounts.</p>
<p>Notably, The Families of the victims have lodged a petition in the Punjab and Haryana High Court, highlighting the administration&#8217;s apathetic response and inadequate compensation despite the conclusive inquiry report. The petition emphasizes the administration&#8217;s negligence in addressing the compensation issue and in effectively maintaining the trees, reflecting a systemic failure that demands immediate rectification. The court has urged the administration to respond promptly, ensuring that justice is served swiftly to the grieving families.&#13;<br />
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