CRM-M-9798- IN THE HIGH COURT OF PUNJAB AND HARYANA 150 JASWANT SINGH @ RAJU DADRAL STATE OF PUNJAB CORAM : HON'BLE MS. JUSTICE Present: Mr. Mr. Yadwinder Singh, AAG, Punjab. Mr. G.S. Bains, Advocate for the complainant. KIRTI SINGH, J. (ORAL) 1. Prayer in Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita, 2023 (for short ‘ anticipatory bail to the petitioner, in case FIR No. under Sections 115 (2), 127(2), 76, 351(3), 3(5) of Station Meharban, 2. Vide order was directed to join investigation. The said order -2026 (O&M) -1- IN THE HIGH COURT OF PUNJAB AND HARYANA AT CHANDIGARH CRM-M--9798- Date of Decision: JASWANT SINGH @ RAJU DADRAL VERSUS STATE OF PUNJAB HON'BLE MS. JUSTICE KIRTI SINGH Mr. G.S. Jagpal, Advocate for the petitioner. Mr. Yadwinder Singh, AAG, Punjab. Mr. G.S. Bains, Advocate for the complainant. **** , J. (ORAL) Prayer in the present petition filed under Section 482 of the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita, 2023 (for short ‘ anticipatory bail to the petitioner, in case FIR No. 115 (2), 127(2), 76, 351(3), 3(5) of Meharban, District Police Commissionerate Ludhiana Vide order dated 10.03.2026 passed by was directed to join investigation. The said order “This Court while issuing notice of motion on 19.02.2026 had passed the following order: "Apprehending arrest the petitioner has filed this petition under Section 482 of BNSS for grant of anticipatory bail in case bearing FIR No. 140 dated 06.12.2025, under Sections 115(2 IN THE HIGH COURT OF PUNJAB AND HARYANA AT CHANDIGARH -2026 (O&M) Date of Decision: 19.03.2026 … PETITIONER ....RESPONDENT KIRTI SINGH for the petitioner. Mr. Yadwinder Singh, AAG, Punjab. Mr. G.S. Bains, Advocate for the complainant. the present petition filed under Section 482 of the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita, 2023 (for short ‘BNSS’), is for grant of anticipatory bail to the petitioner, in case FIR No.140 dated 06.12.2025, 115 (2), 127(2), 76, 351(3), 3(5) of BNS, registered at Police Police Commissionerate Ludhiana. passed by this Court, the petitioner was directed to join investigation. The said order is reproduced hereinafter:- issuing notice of motion on 19.02.2026 "Apprehending arrest the petitioner has filed this petition under Section 482 of BNSS for grant of anticipatory bail in case bearing FIR No. 140 dated 06.12.2025, under Sections 115(2) 127(2), 76, 351(3) of SWARNJIT SINGH 2026.03.20 15:16 I attest to the accuracy and integrity of this document CRM-M-9798- 3. Learned State counsel Kumar, he submits that in compliance of order dated -2026 (O&M) -2- BNS Act, registered at Police Station Meharban, District Police Commissionerate, Ludhiana. Learned counsel for the petitioner submits that the petitioner has been falsely implicated in the present FIR, which was even otherwise lodg four days, on the statement of the complainant. It is submitted that both the families had gathered for Panchayati talk in the house of the petitioner, however, the complainant side turned aggressive. Infact the complainant and her fami property of the petitioner, as can be seen in the photographs annexed at Annexure P no material on record to substantiate the allegations. Rather, the exaggerated version put forth by the complainant is also rendered highly improbable from the fact that multiple people were admittedly present at the time when the alleged incident took place. It is also submitted that similarly placed co granted interim relief by this Court vide order dated 23.12.2025 passed in CRM Notice of motion. Served with an advance copy of the petition, Mr. Luvinder Sofat, Sr. DAG, Punjab, accepts notice on behalf of the respondent Adjourned to 05.03.2026," Mr. A.P.S. Tung, Advocate has put it appearance on behalf of the complainant and files his power of attorney, which is taken on record. Learned counsel for the petitioner as well as learned counsel for the complainant jointly submit that the parties have amicably resolved their disputes. Learned counsel for the petitioner submits that the petitioner is ready and willing to join investigation and cooperate. Adjourned to 19.03.2026. In the meantime, no coercive steps be taken qua the petitioner. Moreover, the petitioner shall join investigation before the Investigating Agency/ Officer. He shall abide by the following conditions as envisaged under Section 482(2) BNSS, 2023: (1) That the petitioner shall make himself available for interrogation by a police offic required to do so. (2) That the petitioner shall not directly or indirectly make any inducement, threat or promise to any person acquainted with the facts to the case so as to dissuade him from disclosing such facts to Court or to any police officer. (3) That the petitioner shall not leave India without prior permission of the Court. Needless to mention that the investigating agency/officer shall continue with the investigation of the case in usual manner. Learned State counsel, on instructions from submits that in compliance of order dated BNS Act, registered at Police Station Meharban, District Police Commissionerate, Ludhiana. Learned counsel for the petitioner submits that the petitioner has been falsely implicated in the present FIR, which was even otherwise lodged after a delay of four days, on the statement of the complainant. It is submitted that both the families had gathered for Panchayati talk in the house of the petitioner, however, the complainant side turned aggressive. Infact the complainant and her family members even damaged the property of the petitioner, as can be seen in the photographs annexed at Annexure P-2. Moreover, there is no material on record to substantiate the allegations. Rather, the exaggerated version put forth by the o rendered highly improbable from the fact that multiple people were admittedly present at the time when the alleged incident took place. It is also submitted that similarly placed co-accused has been granted interim relief by this Court vide order dated 3.12.2025 passed in CRM-M-73100-2025. Notice of motion. Served with an advance copy of the petition, Mr. Luvinder Sofat, Sr. DAG, Punjab, accepts notice on behalf of the respondent-State and seeks time to file reply. Adjourned to 05.03.2026," . Tung, Advocate has put it appearance on behalf complainant and files his power of attorney, which is taken Learned counsel for the petitioner as well as learned counsel for the complainant jointly submit that the parties have resolved their disputes. Learned counsel for the petitioner submits that the petitioner is ready and willing to join investigation In the meantime, no coercive steps be taken qua the petitioner shall join investigation before the Investigating Agency/ Officer. He shall abide by the following conditions as envisaged under Section 482(2) BNSS, 2023:- (1) That the petitioner shall make himself available for interrogation by a police officer as and when (2) That the petitioner shall not directly or indirectly make any inducement, threat or promise to any person acquainted with the facts to the case so as to dissuade him from disclosing such facts to Court or officer. (3) That the petitioner shall not leave India without prior permission of the Court. Needless to mention that the investigating agency/officer shall continue with the investigation of the case in usual manner.” on instructions from ASI Ranjeev submits that in compliance of order dated 10.03.2026, the SWARNJIT SINGH 2026.03.20 15:16 I attest to the accuracy and integrity of this document CRM-M-9798- petitioner has joined the investigation and is not required for any further investigation. 4. Having considered the aforesaid facts and circumstances, the petition is allowed. Order dated made absolute, subject to the condition enumerated under Section 482(2) BNSS. 5. This order should not be treated as be read as granting the petitioner(s) indefinite protection from arrest. It shall be confined to the FIR mentioned other incident that involves commission of an offence. 6. Liber move to this Court for a direction under Section 483(3) of BNSS, 2023 (erstwhile Section 439(2) of Cr.P.C.), in the event of violation of any term, stipulated under Section 482(2) BNSS, or upon s cause. 7. Pending miscellaneous application(s), if any, also stands disposed of. 19.03.2026 SwarnjitS Whether speaking/reasoned Whether reportable -2026 (O&M) -3- petitioner has joined the investigation and is not required for any further Having considered the aforesaid facts and circumstances, the petition is allowed. Order dated 10.03.2026 passed by this Court, is hereby made absolute, subject to the condition enumerated under Section 482(2) This order should not be treated as be read as granting the petitioner(s) indefinite protection from arrest. It shall be confined to the FIR mentioned ibid and will not operate in respect of any other incident that involves commission of an offence. Liberty is reserved with the investigating agency/complainant to move to this Court for a direction under Section 483(3) of BNSS, 2023 (erstwhile Section 439(2) of Cr.P.C.), in the event of violation of any term, stipulated under Section 482(2) BNSS, or upon s Pending miscellaneous application(s), if any, also stands Whether speaking/reasoned Yes/No Whether reportable Yes/No petitioner has joined the investigation and is not required for any further Having considered the aforesaid facts and circumstances, the passed by this Court, is hereby made absolute, subject to the condition enumerated under Section 482(2) This order should not be treated as "blanket" order. It will not be read as granting the petitioner(s) indefinite protection from arrest. It shall and will not operate in respect of any other incident that involves commission of an offence. ty is reserved with the investigating agency/complainant to move to this Court for a direction under Section 483(3) of BNSS, 2023 (erstwhile Section 439(2) of Cr.P.C.), in the event of violation of any term, stipulated under Section 482(2) BNSS, or upon showing any other sufficient Pending miscellaneous application(s), if any, also stands (KIRTI SINGH) JUDGE SWARNJIT SINGH 2026.03.20 15:16 I attest to the accuracy and integrity of this document