CRM-M- 1 IN THE HIGH COURT OF PUNJAB AND HARYANA 222 NARAIN SINGH STATE OF CORAM: PRESENT: SANJAY VASHISTH, J. (Oral) 1. 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 here Name of Petitioner (s) Narain Singh, aged about 36 years 2. -33601-2025 IN THE HIGH COURT OF PUNJAB AND HARYANA AT CHANDIGARH NARAIN SINGH VS. STATE OF PUNJAB CORAM: HON'BLE MR. JUSTICE SANJAY VASHISTH PRESENT: Mr. Manglesh Kumar, for Mr. Shakti Mehta, Advocate] for the petitioner. Mr. Manjinder Singh Bhullar, DAG, Punjab. **** SANJAY VASHISTH, J. (Oral) 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 here-under: Name of Petitioner FIR No. Date Section(s) Singh, aged about 36 0052 26.04.2025 115(2), 126(2), 324(4), 118(1), 351(2), 191(3) and 190 of BNS, 2023 On 01.07.2025, following order was passed: IN THE HIGH COURT OF PUNJAB AND HARYANA AT CHANDIGARH CRM-M-33601-2025 Decided on : 23.09.2025 . . . PETITIONER . . . RESPONDENT HON'BLE MR. JUSTICE SANJAY VASHISTH Advocate Mr. Shakti Mehta, Advocate] Mr. Manjinder Singh Bhullar, DAG, Punjab. 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 under:- Section(s) Police Station District 115(2), 126(2), 324(4), 118(1), 351(2), 191(3) and 190 of BNS, 2023 Samana Patiala .2025, following order was passed:- 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 District Patiala POONAM SHARMA 2025.09.26 14:55 I attest to the accuracy and authenticity of this document CRM-M- 2 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 (s) Narain Singh, aged about 36 years as per the allegations, incident in question took place at around 10:00 P.M. on 24.04.2025, while the parties were returning from the annual function held at Dargah Baba Sayeed Hajrat Ali Badshah on Rajla Road. In the said incident, specific injuries have been attributed to the other two co namely Prem Singh and Satnam Singh. Co have inflicted a rod blow on the right cheek of the complainant, while Satnam Singh is alleged to have given a forehead. As regards the petitioner, he is alleged to have caused a stick injury on the forehead of the complainant, which is stated to be simple in nature. Singh also sustained injuries during the same incident, and in support of this assertion, medico as Annexures P submitted that a cross accused Prem Singh, who is the complainant in that case. It is further contended that no injury attributed to the petitioner has been declared as dangerous to life or as having caus -33601-2025 “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: ame & age of Petitioner FIR No. Date Section(s) Singh, aged about 36 0052 26.04.2025 115(2), 126(2), 324(4), 118(1), 351(2), 191(3) and 190 of BNS, 2023 2. Learned counsel for the petitioner, as per the allegations, incident in question took place at around 10:00 P.M. on 24.04.2025, while the parties were returning from the annual function held at Dargah Baba Sayeed Hajrat Ali Badshah on Rajla Road. In the said incident, specific injuries have been attributed to the other two co namely Prem Singh and Satnam Singh. Co have inflicted a rod blow on the right cheek of the complainant, while Satnam Singh is alleged to have given a gandas forehead. As regards the petitioner, he is alleged to have caused a stick injury on the forehead of the complainant, which is stated to be simple in It is further submitted that co o sustained injuries during the same incident, and in support of this assertion, medico-legal reports have been appended with the present petition as Annexures P-2 and P-3, respectively. 3. With respect to the injuries suffered by the co bmitted that a cross-version has already been lodged at the instance of accused Prem Singh, who is the complainant in that case. It is further contended that no injury attributed to the petitioner has been declared as dangerous to life or as having caused any serious harm to any vital part of 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:- Section(s) Police Station District 115(2), 126(2), 324(4), 118(1), 351(2), 191(3) and 190 of BNS, 2023 Samana Patiala 2. Learned counsel for the petitioner, inter alia, contends that, as per the allegations, incident in question took place at around 10:00 P.M. on 24.04.2025, while the parties were returning from the annual function held at Dargah Baba Sayeed Hajrat Ali Badshah on Rajla Road. In the said pecific injuries have been attributed to the other two co-accused, namely Prem Singh and Satnam Singh. Co-accused Prem Singh is alleged to have inflicted a rod blow on the right cheek of the complainant, while Satnam gandasa blow on the complainant's forehead. As regards the petitioner, he is alleged to have caused a stick injury on the forehead of the complainant, which is stated to be simple in It is further submitted that co-accused Satnam Singh and Prem o sustained injuries during the same incident, and in support of this legal reports have been appended with the present petition 3. With respect to the injuries suffered by the co-accused, it is version has already been lodged at the instance of accused Prem Singh, who is the complainant in that case. It is further contended that no injury attributed to the petitioner has been declared as ed any serious harm to any vital part of 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 , contends that, as per the allegations, incident in question took place at around 10:00 P.M. on 24.04.2025, while the parties were returning from the annual function held at Dargah Baba Sayeed Hajrat Ali Badshah on Rajla Road. In the said accused, accused Prem Singh is alleged to have inflicted a rod blow on the right cheek of the complainant, while Satnam blow on the complainant's forehead. As regards the petitioner, he is alleged to have caused a stick injury on the forehead of the complainant, which is stated to be simple in accused Satnam Singh and Prem o sustained injuries during the same incident, and in support of this legal reports have been appended with the present petition accused, it is version has already been lodged at the instance of co- accused Prem Singh, who is the complainant in that case. It is further contended that no injury attributed to the petitioner has been declared as ed any serious harm to any vital part of POONAM SHARMA 2025.09.26 14:55 I attest to the accuracy and authenticity of this document CRM-M- 3 the complainant’s body. In these circumstances, and considering that the petitioner is willing to join the investigation and his custodial interrogation is not required, he is entitled to the concession of anticipat for grant of concession of anticipatory bail to the petitioner in the present case. puts in appearance on behalf of the respondent to file status report in the matter. investigation as and when required to do so by the Investigating Agency. In the event of his arrest, the petitioner shall be 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.). 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. trial, petitioner would seek prior permission of the Court 3. contends that in compliance of the order dated Court, petitioner Therefore, he prays for confirmation of the said interim anticipatory bail order. -33601-2025 the complainant’s body. In these circumstances, and considering that the petitioner is willing to join the investigation and his custodial interrogation is not required, he is entitled to the concession of anticipat for grant of concession of anticipatory bail to the petitioner in the present 4. Notice of motion. 5. On advance notice, Mr. Neeraj Madaan, Sr. DAG, Punjab, puts in appearance on behalf of the respondent to file status report in the matter. 6. Adjourned to 23.09.2025. 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 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 Continuing his submissions, l contends that in compliance of the order dated Court, petitioner has joined the investigation, and has fully co Therefore, he prays for confirmation of the said interim anticipatory bail the complainant’s body. In these circumstances, and considering that the petitioner is willing to join the investigation and his custodial interrogation is not required, he is entitled to the concession of anticipatory bail. Thus, prays for grant of concession of anticipatory bail to the petitioner in the present 5. On advance notice, Mr. Neeraj Madaan, Sr. DAG, Punjab, puts in appearance on behalf of the respondent – State, and seeks some time 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.). es, 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 fore leaving country any time during trial, petitioner would seek prior permission of the Court”. Continuing his submissions, learned counsel for the petitioner contends that in compliance of the order dated 01.07.2025, passed by this has joined the investigation, and has fully co-operated. Therefore, he prays for confirmation of the said interim anticipatory bail the complainant’s body. In these circumstances, and considering that the petitioner is willing to join the investigation and his custodial interrogation is ory bail. Thus, prays for grant of concession of anticipatory bail to the petitioner in the present 5. On advance notice, Mr. Neeraj Madaan, Sr. DAG, Punjab, time 7. In the meanwhile, the petitioner is directed to join the investigation as and when required to do so by the Investigating Agency. In 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 es, 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 fore leaving country any time during earned counsel for the petitioner .2025, passed by this operated. Therefore, he prays for confirmation of the said interim anticipatory bail POONAM SHARMA 2025.09.26 14:55 I attest to the accuracy and authenticity of this document CRM-M- 4 4. averment made by learned counsel for the petitioner of investigation on custodial interrogation of the petitioner is not required for the purpose of investigation. 5. 6. custodial interrogation is no more required 01.07.2025 present petition is allowed. and when required to do so and abide by all the terms and conditions laid down under Section 482(2) of BNSS, 2023. 7. September 23 Poonam Sharma Whether speaking/reasoned: -33601-2025 Learned State counsel on instructions, confirms the said averment made by learned counsel for the petitioner of investigation on 02.09.2025, by the petitioner, and submits that as of now, custodial interrogation of the petitioner is not required for the purpose of investigation. Heard learned counsel for the parties. Since, petitioner has already custodial interrogation is no more required .07.2025, passed by this Court is hereby made absolute. Accordingly, present petition is allowed. However, petitioner shall continue to join the inve and when required to do so and abide by all the terms and conditions laid down under Section 482(2) of BNSS, 2023. Accordingly, petition stands disposed of September 23, 2025 Poonam Sharma Whether speaking/reasoned: Yes/No Whether Reportable: Yes/No Learned State counsel on instructions, confirms the said averment made by learned counsel for the petitioner of joining the , by the petitioner, and submits that as of now, custodial interrogation of the petitioner is not required for the purpose of Heard learned counsel for the parties. Since, petitioner has already joined the investigation and custodial interrogation is no more required; ad-interim bail order dated , passed by this Court is hereby made absolute. Accordingly, 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. Accordingly, petition stands disposed of. (SANJAY VASHISTH) JUDGE Yes/No Yes/No Learned State counsel on instructions, confirms the said joining the , by the petitioner, and submits that as of now, custodial interrogation of the petitioner is not required for the purpose of joined the investigation and interim bail order dated , passed by this Court is hereby made absolute. Accordingly, stigation as and when required to do so and abide by all the terms and conditions laid (SANJAY VASHISTH) POONAM SHARMA 2025.09.26 14:55 I attest to the accuracy and authenticity of this document