CRM-M-13324-2025 1 IN THE HIGH COURT OF PUNJAB AND HARYANA AT CHANDIGARH 225 CRM-M-13324-2025 Decided on: 14.05.2025 Parmpal Singh @ Pali …...Petitioner Versus State of Punjab …...Respondent CORAM: HON'BLE MR. JUSTICE SANJAY VASHISTH Present: Mr. Supinder Singh Sohi, Advocate for the petitioner. Mr. Manjinder Singh Bhullar, DAG, Punjab. **** SANJAY VASHISTH, J. 1. Prayer in this petition, filed under Section 482 of the BNSS, 2023, is for grant of anticipatory bail to the petitioner, who has been booked in a criminal case arising out of First Information Report, as detailed hereunder:- Name of Petitioner (s) FIR No. Date Section(s) Police Station District Parmpal Singh @ Pali aged about 24 years 28 11.02.2025 118(1), 191(3), 190 of BNS Gobindgarh Mandi Fatehgarh Sahib 2. On 10.03.2025, following order was passed:- “1. Prayer in this petition, filed under Section 482 of the BNSS, 2023 (earlier Section 438 Cr.P.C.), is for grant of anticipatory bail to the petitioner, who has been booked in a criminal case arising out of First Information Report, as detailed hereunder:- Name & age of Petitioner FIR No. Date Sectio n(s) Police Station District RASHMI 2025.05.15 18:27 I attest to the accuracy and integrity of this document CRM-M-13324-2025 2 (s) Parmpal Singh @ Pali, aged about 24 years 28 11.02.2025 118(1), 191(3) , 190 of BNS Gobindgarh Mandi Fatehgarh Sahib 2. Learned counsel for the petitioner, inter alia, contends that even if the allegations are assumed to be true, there is no mention of any injury being caused to the injured, namely Deepak Dhiman, who is the brother of Jasmeet Singh. 3. Learned counsel further submits that the issue regarding sharing of common intention will be examined after the prosecution has led its complete evidence. This is particularly relevant as the injuries were inflicted by a person namely Channa using a weapon, specifically a "Daah" (sharp-edged weapon), which he had brought with him when coming out of a hair salon. He also submits that at the inception of the incident or during the initial discussions, Channa was not present at the spot. Thus, it is submitted that the petitioner cannot be penalized for the actions of Channa, who arrived at the spot later with the weapon. Thus, prays for grant of concession of anticipatory bail to the petitioner in the present case. 4. Notice of motion. 5. On advance notice, Mr. Amandeep Singh, DAG, Punjab, puts in appearance on behalf of the respondent – State, and seeks some time to file status report in the matter. 6. Adjourned to 14.05.2025. 7. In the meanwhile, the petitioner is directed to join the investigation as and when required to do so by the Investigating Agency. In the event of his arrest, the petitioner shall be released on ad-interim bail, subject to his furnishing bail bonds to the satisfaction of the Arresting Officer. The petitioner shall also be abide by all the conditions laid down under Section 482(2) of BNSS, 2023 (earlier Section 438(2) Cr.P.C.). 8. Besides, it is directed that petitioner would hand over his passport to the Investigating Agency or to Court concerned, if he possesses. Otherwise, would submit an affidavit, disclosing the fact that he does not possess any passport. It is also directed that before leaving country any time during trial, petitioner would seek prior permission of the Court.” 3. Learned counsel for the petitioner submits that in compliance of order dated 10.03.2025 passed by this Court, the petitioner has joined the investigation, and has fully co-operated, thus, prays for confirmation of the interim bail order. RASHMI 2025.05.15 18:27 I attest to the accuracy and integrity of this document CRM-M-13324-2025 3 4. Learned State counsel on instructions, confirms the said averment and submits that the custodial interrogation of the petitioner would not be required now for the purpose of investigation.Accordingly, learned State counsel prays for disposal of the present petition. 5. Heard learned counsel for the parties. 6. Since, the petitioner has joined the investigation and custodial interrogation is no more required, interim order dated 10.03.2025 passed by this Court is hereby made absolute. Present petition is thus allowed. However, petitioner shall continue to join the investigation as and when required to do so and abide by all the terms and conditions laid down under Section 482(2) of BNSS, 2023. Besides, it is directed that petitioner would hand over his passport to the Investigating Agency or to Court concerned, if he possesses. Otherwise, would submit an affidavit, disclosing the fact that he does not possess any passport. It is also directed that before leaving country any time during trial, petitioner would seek prior permission of the Court. 7. Accordingly, petition stands disposed of. (SANJAY VASHISTH) JUDGE May 14, 2025 rashmi Whether Speaking/Reasoned:YES/NO Whether Reportable: YES/NO RASHMI 2025.05.15 18:27 I attest to the accuracy and integrity of this document