India, May 14 -- LUCKNOW The Uttar Pradesh government is set to substantially increase compensation in hit-and-run accident cases. The cabinet is soon expected to give its nod to the transport department's proposal that seeks to make separate rules to grant enhanced compensation under the State Road Safety Fund, said officials.

Currently, the state's compensation stands at Rs.25,000 in case of death and Rs.10,000 for injuries. The compensation given on district magistrates' reports is seen to be too meagre. The Centre may give compensation separately under the Motors Vehicles Act.

"Under the newly drafted rules, the government plans to increase the payout to Rs.5 lakh for fatalities and Rs.2-4 lakh for injuries, depending on the serious...