Ratan Singh And Others v. Irfan Ali And Others
IN THE HIGH COURT OF PUNJAB AND HARYANA AT CHANDIGARH
FAO-1517 of 2020 (O&M) Date of Decision: 29.01.2026 Ratan Singh and Ors.
.... Appellants
Versus
Irfan Ali and Ors .... Respondents BEFORE: HON'BLE MS. JUSTICE NIDHI GUPTA Present: - None.
NIDHI GUPTA, J. (ORAL) 1.
The present appeal has been filed by the appellants-claimants seeking enhancement of compensation by modifying the Award dated 24.07.2019 passed by the learned Motor Accident Claims Tribunal, Gurugram.
2.
The matter pertains to the year 2020 and notice is yet to be issued in the present case. On the last date of hearing i.e. on 02.05.2025, following order was passed by this Court:- "There is no representation on behalf of the appellants, despite the case having been called twice. In the interest of justice, adjourned to 29.01.2026. Registry to inform learned counsel for the appellants about the date fixed.
Last opportunity is granted to learned counsel for the appellants to address arguments, as the matter pertains to the year 2020 and notice is yet to be issued in the same." AMIT KHANCHI 2026.01.29 17:18 I attest to the accuracy and authenticity of this order
FAO-1517 of 2020 (O&M) -23. Today also none has put in appearance on behalf of the appellants.
4.
A bare reading of the above facts shows that the appellants have exhibited an utterly casual attitude in their pursuit of the present litigation. It is to be appreciated that very valuable public time of the Court has been expended in affording opportunities to the appellants in the interest of justice. On the other hand, the appellants have adopted an utterly casual and careless approach. It is clear that neither the appellants nor their counsel are seriously interested in pursuing the present matter. Thus, this Court is left with no other option except to dismiss the same for non-prosecution.
5.
Ordered accordingly.
6.
Pending application(s), if any, shall also stand disposed of. 29.01.2026 ( NIDHI GUPTA ) amit JUDGE Whether speaking/reasoned Yes/No Whether Reportable Yes/No AMIT KHANCHI 2026.01.29 17:18 I attest to the accuracy and authenticity of this order