Koshy, J.

The 1st appellant sustained serious injuries in a motor accident on 111.1994. He claimed compensation before the Tribunal claiming an amount of Rs.2,03,000/-. The accident occurred on 111.1994. The 1st appellant committed suicide on February, 1997 on account of mental depression. Thereafter, his legal representatives consisting of his wife, son, daughter and his father and mother were impleaded and the amount claimed was enhanced to Rs.5,75,000/- alleging that the 1st appellant committed suicide due to depression caused as a consequence of the injuries suffered in the accident. Tribunal found that the accident occurred due to the negligent driving of the motor cycle by the 2nd respondent. The motor cycle was owned by the 1st respondent and insured by the 3rd respondent Insurance company. The contention of the appellants is that death was due to the after effect of the accidental injuries was not accepted by the Tribunal and compensation awarded was only Rs.30,000/- with interest. The quantum of compensation is disputed in this appeal.

2. Claimant was aged 33 at the time of accident. The wound certificate shows that there was a smell of alcohol. The wound certif