Kela Devi And ORS v. Inder Singh And ORS
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IN THE HIGH COURT OF PUNJAB & HARYANA
AT CHANDIGARH Kela Devi and Others ......Appellants Vs.
Inder Singh and Another ......Respondents
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Pending application(s), if any, also stand disposed of. 23.02.2026 (SUDEEPTI SHARMA) P.Seth JUDGE Whether speaking/non-speaking : Speaking Whether reportable : Yes/No