Mehar And Another v. State Of Punjab And Others

2023:PHHC:163433

IN THE HIGH COURT OF PUNJAB AND HARYANA AT

CHANDIGARH (256) CRWP-9411-2023 Date of Decision:-19.12.2023 Mehar and another ......Petitioners

Versus

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

Present:

Ms. Jaspreet Kaur, Advocate for the petitioners. Mr. Kamalpreet Bawa, AAG, Punjab.

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

Learned counsel for the petitioners submits that there is no threat perception to the petitioners as of now and they do not wish to pursue the matter any further.

2.

In light of the above, the present petition stands disposed of. 3.

However, the issue with regard to conversion of religion is kept open and the filing or any order passed in the case shall not ensue any right or deem to have permitted the conversion of religion of the petitioner, as this petition is only for the purpose of protection of life and liberty of the petitioner.

4.

It is made clear that filing or pendency of this petition or any order/direction passed in this petition shall not be an alibi or defence to the petitioners, in case, they are found involved in any illegal activity and the respondent-Authorities shall take appropriate action, in accordance with law.

(ALOK JAIN) JUDGE December 19, 2023 Parul Whether speaking/reasoned:- Yes/No Whether Reportable:- Yes/No PARUL 2023.12.22 16:18 I attest to the accuracy and authenticity of this document