Surjit Singh And ANR. v. State Of Punjab And Others

2024:PHHC:034611

IN THE HIGH COURT OF PUNJAB AND HARYANA AT

CHANDIGARH (125) CRWP-1203-2024 (O&M) Date of Decision:-11.03.2024 Surjit Singh and another ......Petitioners

Versus

State of Punjab and others ......Respondents CORAM: HON'BLE MR. JUSTICE ALOK JAIN ****

Present:

None for the petitioners.

Mr. Siddharth Attri, AAG, Punjab.

**** ALOK JAIN, J. (Oral) 1.

The present petition has been filed under Article 226 of the Constitution of India for issuance of writ in the nature of Mandamus, directing the respondents No. 2 & 3 to protect the life and liberty of the petitioners at the hands of private respondents No. 4 to 8. 2.

There is no representation on behalf of the petitioners. Same was the position on the last date of hearing also. 3.

Although, the petitioner No. 2 is a minor girl, however, it apparently seems that that the petitioners are no more interested in pursuing the present case.

4.

Accordingly, the present petition stands dismissed for nonprosecution, however, the State is directed to take appropriate steps in accordance with law.

PARUL 2024.03.18 10:24 I attest to the accuracy and authenticity of this document

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Copy of this petition be served upon respondents No. 4 to 8 for information and record.

6.

It is made clear that filing or pendency of this petition or any order/direction passed in this petition shall not be an impediment upon the State Authorities to proceed in accordance with law. 7.

Pending miscellaneous application(s), also stands disposed of. (ALOK JAIN) JUDGE March 11, 2024 Parul Whether speaking/reasoned:- Yes/No Whether Reportable:- Yes/No PARUL 2024.03.18 10:24 I attest to the accuracy and authenticity of this document