Whether the absence of a recovered railway ticket can defeat compensation—was answered decisively, with the Court ruling that official verification of a ticket is sufficient proof of bona fide travel.

Procedural lapses like lack of a seizure memo cannot undermine legitimate claims. This decision fortifies the welfare intent of the Railways Act and eases the evidentiary burden on victims’ families.

Key Takeaways:

✅ Official railway inquiry verifying ticket suffices as proof of travel.

✅ Absence of seizure memo or technical lapses don’t defeat bona fide claims.

✅ Court reaffirmed welfare objectives of compensation under the Railways Act.

Statutes:

✅ Section 124-A, Railways Act, 1989

✅ Section 174, Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973

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