Accident caused by a pothole? Here's how and from whom you can claim government compensation

Many states across the country are currently experiencing rainfall. Potholes appearing on roads after the rain is nothing new; however, if an accident occurs due to these potholes, who is held responsible, and who provides the compensation?

Reports of potholes on roads frequently surface during the rainy season. Potholes make commuting difficult for vehicles. Consider a scenario where a major accident occurs due to a pothole—such as a driver sustaining serious injuries or a vehicle suffering significant damage—from whom can compensation be claimed in such a situation?

What to do after an accident?