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Learned counsel has produced copy of order dated 23.03.2026, as per which, all the petitioners, who were summoned under Section 319 Cr.P.C., have now appeared before the trial Court, a fact affirmed by learned State counsel.

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In view of the above and without expressing any opinion on the merits of the case, anticipatory bail petition filed by the petitioners are allowed and the order dated 16.12.2025 granting interim bail to them, is






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