CRM-M-71093- 114 IN THE HIGH COURT OF PUNJAB AND HARYANA Harpreet Singh State of Punjab CORAM : HON'BLE MS Present: Mr. B.D.Sharma, Advocate for the petitioner. Mr. Sahil Chowdhary, AAG Punjab. MANDEEP PANNU J. 1. This is the first petition under Section 483 of Suraksha Sanhita, 2023 for the grant of regular bail to the petitioner in FIR No. 83 dated 23.07.2025, registered under Sections 333, 118(2), 118(1), 115(2), 324(4), 191(3) and 190 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023 at Police Stati Saidan, District Amritsar Rural, Punjab. 2. Briefly stated, as per the prosecution version, the complainant Nirmal Singh, who runs a flour mill at his house, alleged that on 30.05.2025 at about 9:00 PM, he heard a noise outside his house and saw Harpreet Singh (present petitioner) along with other c baseball bats, standing outside and abusing him. On a lalkara being raised, they allegedly entered his house and assaulted him. It is specifically alleged that the petitioner inflicted a datar b while other co -2025 (O&M) IN THE HIGH COURT OF PUNJAB AND HARYANA AT CHANDIGARH -.- CRM Date of Decision : VERSUS HON'BLE MS. JUSTICE MANDEEP PANNU Mr. B.D.Sharma, Advocate for the petitioner. Mr. Sahil Chowdhary, AAG Punjab. -.- MANDEEP PANNU J. (Oral) This is the first petition under Section 483 of Suraksha Sanhita, 2023 for the grant of regular bail to the petitioner in FIR No. 83 dated 23.07.2025, registered under Sections 333, 118(2), 118(1), 115(2), 324(4), 191(3) and 190 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023 at Police Stati Saidan, District Amritsar Rural, Punjab. Briefly stated, as per the prosecution version, the complainant Nirmal Singh, who runs a flour mill at his house, alleged that on 30.05.2025 at about 9:00 PM, he heard a noise outside his house and saw Harpreet Singh (present petitioner) along with other co-accused persons, armed with weapons such as datar, dang and baseball bats, standing outside and abusing him. On a lalkara being raised, they allegedly entered his house and assaulted him. It is specifically alleged that the petitioner inflicted a datar blow on the right side of the complainant’s forehead, while other co-accused also caused injuries. When the complainant’s niece, -1- IN THE HIGH COURT OF PUNJAB AND HARYANA AT CHANDIGARH CRM-M-71093-2025 (O&M) Date of Decision : 25.02.2026 ....Petitioner ....Respondent MANDEEP PANNU Mr. B.D.Sharma, Advocate for the petitioner. Mr. Sahil Chowdhary, AAG Punjab. This is the first petition under Section 483 of the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita, 2023 for the grant of regular bail to the petitioner in FIR No. 83 dated 23.07.2025, registered under Sections 333, 118(2), 118(1), 115(2), 324(4), 191(3) and 190 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023 at Police Station Bhindi Briefly stated, as per the prosecution version, the complainant Nirmal Singh, who runs a flour mill at his house, alleged that on 30.05.2025 at about 9:00 PM, he heard a noise outside his house and saw Harpreet Singh (present petitioner) accused persons, armed with weapons such as datar, dang and baseball bats, standing outside and abusing him. On a lalkara being raised, they allegedly entered his house and assaulted him. It is specifically alleged that the low on the right side of the complainant’s forehead, accused also caused injuries. When the complainant’s niece, the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita, 2023 for the grant of regular bail to the petitioner in FIR No. 83 dated 23.07.2025, registered under Sections 333, 118(2), 118(1), 115(2), 324(4), on Bhindi Briefly stated, as per the prosecution version, the complainant Nirmal Singh, who runs a flour mill at his house, alleged that on 30.05.2025 at about 9:00 PM, he heard a noise outside his house and saw Harpreet Singh (present petitioner) accused persons, armed with weapons such as datar, dang and baseball bats, standing outside and abusing him. On a lalkara being raised, they allegedly entered his house and assaulted him. It is specifically alleged that the low on the right side of the complainant’s forehead, accused also caused injuries. When the complainant’s niece, TRIPTI SAINI 2026.02.25 16:58 I attest to the accuracy and integrity of this document CRM-M-71093- Sharanjit Kaur, intervened, she was also attacked. The accused persons allegedly ransacked the house and took away six beds (man 3. The complainant was medico were found on his person. Injury No.1 was declared grievous in nature after receipt of the X-ray report, whereas injuries No.2 and 3 were declared simple in natu 4. Learned counsel for the petitioner has argued that the petitioner has been falsely implicated in the present case. It is submitted that he is in custody for the last approximately six months. As per the medical record, the injured allegedly suffered three injuries. Injury No.1, which attracts the offence under Section 326 IPC(corresponding Section 118(2) BNS) Singh, whereas injuries No.2 and 3 have been attributed to the present petitioner. Both these injuri that since the injury inviting the offence under Section 326 Section 118(2) BNS) concession of regular bail. I Bhagwan Singh have already been released on bail and, on the principle of parity, the petitioner is also entitled to be released on bail. 5. On the other hand, learned State counsel has certificate and status report, which are taken on record bail. He submitted that serious allegations have been levelled against the petitioner as he inflicted a datar blow which fell on the right side of the forehead of the injured. It is contended that considering the nature of allegations and the manner in which the occurrence took place, the petitioner is not entitled to the concession of regular bail. -2025 (O&M) Sharanjit Kaur, intervened, she was also attacked. The accused persons allegedly ransacked the house and took away six beds (man The complainant was medico-legally examined and three injuries were found on his person. Injury No.1 was declared grievous in nature after receipt ray report, whereas injuries No.2 and 3 were declared simple in natu Learned counsel for the petitioner has argued that the petitioner has been falsely implicated in the present case. It is submitted that he is in custody for the last approximately six months. As per the medical record, the injured allegedly d three injuries. Injury No.1, which attracts the offence under Section 326 (corresponding Section 118(2) BNS), has been attributed to co Singh, whereas injuries No.2 and 3 have been attributed to the present petitioner. Both these injuries have been declared simple in nature. It is, therefore, contended that since the injury inviting the offence under Section 326 Section 118(2) BNS) has not been attributed to the petitioner, he deserves the concession of regular bail. It is further submitted that co Bhagwan Singh have already been released on bail and, on the principle of parity, the petitioner is also entitled to be released on bail. On the other hand, learned State counsel has certificate and status report, which are taken on record submitted that serious allegations have been levelled against the petitioner as he inflicted a datar blow which fell on the right side of the forehead of the njured. It is contended that considering the nature of allegations and the manner in which the occurrence took place, the petitioner is not entitled to the concession of -2- Sharanjit Kaur, intervened, she was also attacked. The accused persons allegedly ransacked the house and took away six beds (manje) while leaving the spot. legally examined and three injuries were found on his person. Injury No.1 was declared grievous in nature after receipt ray report, whereas injuries No.2 and 3 were declared simple in nature. Learned counsel for the petitioner has argued that the petitioner has been falsely implicated in the present case. It is submitted that he is in custody for the last approximately six months. As per the medical record, the injured allegedly d three injuries. Injury No.1, which attracts the offence under Section 326 , has been attributed to co-accused Nishan Singh, whereas injuries No.2 and 3 have been attributed to the present petitioner. es have been declared simple in nature. It is, therefore, contended that since the injury inviting the offence under Section 326 IPC (corresponding has not been attributed to the petitioner, he deserves the t is further submitted that co-accused Sukhwinder and Bhagwan Singh have already been released on bail and, on the principle of parity, the petitioner is also entitled to be released on bail. On the other hand, learned State counsel has filed that custody certificate and status report, which are taken on record and opposed the prayer for submitted that serious allegations have been levelled against the petitioner as he inflicted a datar blow which fell on the right side of the forehead of the njured. It is contended that considering the nature of allegations and the manner in which the occurrence took place, the petitioner is not entitled to the concession of Sharanjit Kaur, intervened, she was also attacked. The accused persons allegedly legally examined and three injuries were found on his person. Injury No.1 was declared grievous in nature after receipt Learned counsel for the petitioner has argued that the petitioner has been falsely implicated in the present case. It is submitted that he is in custody for the last approximately six months. As per the medical record, the injured allegedly d three injuries. Injury No.1, which attracts the offence under Section 326 accused Nishan Singh, whereas injuries No.2 and 3 have been attributed to the present petitioner. es have been declared simple in nature. It is, therefore, contended IPC (corresponding has not been attributed to the petitioner, he deserves the accused Sukhwinder and Bhagwan Singh have already been released on bail and, on the principle of parity, ody opposed the prayer for submitted that serious allegations have been levelled against the petitioner as he inflicted a datar blow which fell on the right side of the forehead of the njured. It is contended that considering the nature of allegations and the manner in which the occurrence took place, the petitioner is not entitled to the concession of TRIPTI SAINI 2026.02.25 16:58 I attest to the accuracy and integrity of this document CRM-M-71093- 6. I have heard learned counsel for both the parties and have gone through the record carefully. 7. The record reveals that only simple injuries have been attributed to the present petitioner and the injury attracting the offence under Section 326 (corresponding Section 118(2) BNS) Singh. It is also not disputed that co already been released on bail. custody for more than six months and the conclusio time. 8. In view of the aforesaid facts and circumstances, without commenting upon the merits of the case, the present bail petition is allowed and the petitioner is ordered to be released on regular bail subject to furni bonds to the satisfaction of the learned Trial Court/Duty Magistrate concerned. 9. However, it is clarified that any observation made herein is only for the purpose of deciding the present petition expression on the merits of the case at trial 10. All pending miscellaneous application(s), if any, stands disposed of. February 25, 202 tripti Whether speaking/non Whether reportable -2025 (O&M) I have heard learned counsel for both the parties and have gone ugh the record carefully. The record reveals that only simple injuries have been attributed to the present petitioner and the injury attracting the offence under Section 326 (corresponding Section 118(2) BNS) has been attributed to co Singh. It is also not disputed that co-accused Sukhwinder and Bhagwan Singh have already been released on bail. As per the custody certificate, the custody for more than six months and the conclusio In view of the aforesaid facts and circumstances, without commenting upon the merits of the case, the present bail petition is allowed and the petitioner is ordered to be released on regular bail subject to furni bonds to the satisfaction of the learned Trial Court/Duty Magistrate concerned. However, it is clarified that any observation made herein is only for f deciding the present petition expression on the merits of the case at trial. All pending miscellaneous application(s), if any, stands disposed of. , 2026 Whether speaking/non-speaking : Speaking Whether reportable : Yes/No -3- I have heard learned counsel for both the parties and have gone The record reveals that only simple injuries have been attributed to the present petitioner and the injury attracting the offence under Section 326 IPC has been attributed to co-accused Nishan accused Sukhwinder and Bhagwan Singh have As per the custody certificate, the petitioner is in custody for more than six months and the conclusion of trial is likely to take some In view of the aforesaid facts and circumstances, without commenting upon the merits of the case, the present bail petition is allowed and the petitioner is ordered to be released on regular bail subject to furnishing adequate bail and surety bonds to the satisfaction of the learned Trial Court/Duty Magistrate concerned. However, it is clarified that any observation made herein is only for and shall not be construed as an All pending miscellaneous application(s), if any, stands disposed of. (MANDEEP PANNU) JUDGE Speaking : Yes/No I have heard learned counsel for both the parties and have gone The record reveals that only simple injuries have been attributed to the IPC accused Nishan accused Sukhwinder and Bhagwan Singh have petitioner is in n of trial is likely to take some In view of the aforesaid facts and circumstances, without commenting upon the merits of the case, the present bail petition is allowed and the petitioner is shing adequate bail and surety However, it is clarified that any observation made herein is only for as an All pending miscellaneous application(s), if any, stands disposed of. TRIPTI SAINI 2026.02.25 16:58 I attest to the accuracy and integrity of this document