IN THE HIGH COURT OF PUNJAB AND HARYANA AT CHANDIGARH (208) RSA-3758-1997 Date of Decision:-15.01.2026 Krishan ……Appellant Versus Rakesh Kumar ……Respondent CORAM: HON’BLE MR. JUSTICE AMARINDER SINGH GREWAL **** Present: Mr. Akash Chaudhary, Advocate and Mr. Saksham Kaushik, Advocate, for the appellant. Mr. A.S. Virk, Advocate, for the respondent. **** AMARINDER SINGH GREWAL, J. (Oral) 1. Learned counsel for the appellant submits that despite repeated efforts, he has not been able to establish contact with appellant. Even today, learned counsel has expressed his inability to proceed further in the matter as he continues to have no instructions or communication from the appellant. 2. It, therefore, appears that the appellant is not interested in prosecuting the present appeal. 3. In the aforesaid circumstances, it is evident that no useful purpose would be served by keeping the present appeal pending on the docket for an indefinite period. 4. Accordingly, the present appeal is dismissed in default for want of prosecution. SHUBHAM 2026.01.16 12:10 I attest to the accuracy and authenticity of this document/order 5. However, liberty is granted to the appellant to seek revival of the appeal in accordance with law, in case any worthwhile cause survives for consideration. 6. Pending application(s), if any, shall also stand disposed of. (AMARINDER SINGH GREWAL) JUDGE 15.01.2026 Shubham Whether speaking/reasoned:- Yes/No Whether Reportable:- Yes/No SHUBHAM 2026.01.16 12:10 I attest to the accuracy and authenticity of this document/order