the year 2022. It is true that there was no proof of actual income of the deceased. However, considering the cost of living and prevailing wage rates during relevant period, income of the claimant considered at Rs.15,000/- is on the lower side. Considering the aforesaid aspects, this Court and even LokAdalat consistently has taken notional income of the victim of an accident during 2022 at Rs.15,500/- per month and the same has to be considered in this case also. In view of the judgment of Hon'ble Supreme Court in Pranay Sethi’ s case referred to supra , 40% has to be added to the income of the deceased by way of future prospects. Therefore, his monthly income comes to Rs.21,700/-(15,500+6,200). Claimant Nos.6 and 7 are married sisters of the deceased, therefore, they cannot be considered as dependants. Claimant Nos.1 to 5 were the dependants of the deceased. Therefore, 1/4th has to be deducted out of the income of the deceased for his personal expenses. Thus his contribution to family comes to Rs.16,275/(21,700-5,425 (1/4th ). Applicable multiplier is 16. Therefore, compensation payable on the head of loss of dependency comes to Rs.31,24,800/- (16,275x12x16).
