Back
PURUSHAINDRA KUMAR KAURAV
Mohan G Bhagwanani (deceased) – Appellant
Versus
Manager, State Bank of India
M/s Moolchand Hospital
M/s Care Hands Health. Services
Dr Sundri G. Bhagwanani D/o Late Gopal Dass Moolraj Bhagwanani
Government of NCT of Delhi (Department of Social Welfare) – Respondent
JUDGMENT
Purushaindra Kumar Kaurav, J. (Oral)
1. The facts of the case would show that the respondent no.4-Dr. Sundri G. Bhagwanani is suffering from advanced Alzheimer's disease which has progressed to a stage, where, she is unable to take care of herself and requires medical supervision. She is, at present admitted in respondent no.2- Moolchand Hospital and since 24.11.2017, has been undergoing treatment in the said hospital.
2. The petitioner, who approached this court for various reliefs inter alia to be appointed as the guardian of respondent no.4 in order to look after her medical bills and overall health, has unfortunately passed away during the pendency of the instant writ petition.
3. The respondent no.4 has FDRs with respondent no.1-State Bank of India with a cumulative value of Rs.1,05,64,506/- as on 10.01.2020. However, on account of various payments made to the hospital, the same has substantially reduced.
4. The bills that were being raised by the hospital were being paid as per the directions given by this court from time to time.
5. Learned counsel appearing on behalf of respondent no.2-Moolchand Hospital on instructions states that as on date there are outstan
The appointment of a limited guardian and a nominated representative for a patient suffering from advanced Alzheimer's disease under the relevant provisions of the Rights of Persons with Disabilities....
The court reaffirmed the principle that guardianship for mentally ill persons should prioritize family relationships, allowing spouses and immediate relatives to jointly manage health and financial a....
Old/sick/incapacitated bank customers - Person who would be entitled to operate his bank account and can be appointed as guardian to the person.
Point of law: It shall be the duty of the petitioner – guardian to meet the obligations/duties similar to those as described under Section 15 and to maintain and submit the accounts similar to those ....
The court can provide total support and appoint a guardianship committee for individuals unable to express their wishes, ensuring their rights under the Medical Healthcare Act and Rights for Persons ....
The court exercised parens patriae jurisdiction to appoint an interim guardian for a mentally incapacitated individual, establishing the importance of safeguarding the assets and medical decisions fo....
The main legal principle established is the court's authority to appoint a legal guardian under Article 226 of the Constitution of India in cases of serious medical disabilities where existing laws d....
Person who is mentally retarded and who has lost his parents cannot be permitted to remain without a guardian for a long period of time and considering the object of the Act, it is imperative on the ....
An indispensable Tool for Legal Professionals, Endorsed by Various High Court and Judicial Officers
Please visit our Training & Support
Center or Contact Us for assistance
Scan Me!
India’s Legal research and Law Firm App, Download now!
For Daily Legal Updates, Join us on :
Back to top
