IN THE HIGH COURT OF HIMACHAL PRADESH, SHIMLA CWP No.738 of 2018 Decided on: 30th July, 2026 ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Surinder Kumar …..Petitioner Versus Union of India and another .....Respondents ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Coram Ms. Justice Jyotsna Rewal Dua Whether approved for reporting?1 For the Petitioner: None. For the Respondents: Mr. Balram Sharma, DSGI, for respondent No.1. Mr. Y.P.S. Dhaulta, Additional Advocate General, for respondent No.2. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Jyotsna Rewal Dua, Judge Following order was passed in the matter on 22.07.2026:- “Matter has been called repeatedly. There is no appearance for the petitioner. In the interest of justice, list during next week.” Today also, the matter had been called many times, however, there is no appearance for the petitioner. The writ petition is accordingly dismissed in default. 1 Whether reporters of print and electronic media may be allowed to see the order? Yes. 2 Pending miscellaneous application(s), if any, shall also stand dismissed. Jyotsna Rewal Dua July 30, 2026 Judge Mukesh