R.P.SINHA, J.

1. Being dissatisfied with the amount of compensation the unfortunate applicant has preferred this appeal under S.110-D of the Motor Vehicles Act.

2. The appellant filed an application under S.111 of the Motor Vehicles Act before the Tribunal on 25th of January, 1964. According to the statements made in the application, the appellant was the Managing Director of Rare Mineral and Mica Mining Co. (P.) Ltd. and was travelling on 26th of January, 1963 in an ambassador car bearing No. WBB 8126. He was proceeding to Tilaiya on the Grand Trunk Road when a petrol tanker numbered WGH 4650 came from the opposite direction and dashed against the car. As a result of this accident the appellant sustained multiple injuries and became unconscious. He was removed to the Barhi Government Hospital. Since the injuries were serious, the appellant was advised to be taken to an institution where specialised treatment could be given. He was, therefore, ultimately taken to Orthopaedic and Fracture Clinic, Calcutta-20. He remained in the Clinic from 29th of January, 1963 till 11th April, 1963. It is said that he spent Rs. 10,000 (Rupees ten thousand) towards his treatment. On these fa