Krantikari Chemist Association v. State Of Punjab And Others

IN THE HIGH COURT OF PUNJAB AND HARYANA

AT CHANDIGARH **** CWP-13350-2026 Date of Decision: 01.05.2026 KRANTIKARI CHEMIST ASSOCIATION ...Petitioner Vs.

STATE OF PUNJAB AND ORS.

...Respondents

CORAM:- HON'BLE MR. JUSTICE JAGMOHAN BANSAL Present:- Mr. Sandeep Arora, Advocate for the petitioner Mr. Ishan Kaushal, AAG Punjab *** JAGMOHAN BANSAL, J. (ORAL) 1.

The petitioner through instant petition under Articles 226/227 of the Constitution of India is seeking direction to respondents No.1 to 4 to take action against Lakhwant Singh who is posted as Zonal Licensing Authority (Drugs), Ferozepur for committing forgery and dereliction in duty.

2.

As per pleadings, the petitioner is an association of chemists. It claims that respondent No.5 without being present in office is marking his presence. The signature in attendance register speaks itself. It is evident that a person other than respondent No.5 had marked his presence. The petitioner filed representation before civil surgeon. The petitioner was informed vide letter dated 29.12.2025 that inquiry committee has been formed to inquire the matter. Finding no concrete action, the petitioner approached Deputy Commissioner seeking action against him.

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Learned State counsel submits that competent authority would look into the matter and take an appropriate action in accordance with law.

4.

Learned counsel for the petitioner agrees to the aforesaid arrangement.

5.

In the wake of statement of both sides, the instant petition stands disposed of. The Court is sanguine that the authorities would act swiftly.

6.

Pending application(s), if any, stands disposed of. (JAGMOHAN BANSAL) JUDGE May 01, 2026 Deepak DPA Whether Speaking/reasoned Yes/No Whether Reportable Yes/No DEEPAK BISSYAN 2026.05.01 17:35 I attest to the accuracy and integrity of this document