Gurpreet Singh v. State Of Punjab And ANR
IN THE HIGH COURT OF PUNJAB AND HARYANA AT
CHANDIGARH
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"# CORAM: HON'BLE MR. JUSTICE SUMEET GOEL
Present:
Mr. G.S. Bhatia, Advocate for the petitioner
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%% " (SUMEET GOEL) JUDGE July 22, 2025 ? Whether speaking/reasoned:
Yes/No Whether reportable:
Yes/No