CRM-M- 1 IN THE HIGH COURT OF PUNJAB AND HARYANA 215 GURMEET SINGH STATE OF CORAM: PRESENT: SANJAY VASHISTH, J. (Oral) 1. 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 Name & age of Petitioner (s) Gurmeet 2. -39209-2025 IN THE HIGH COURT OF PUNJAB AND HARYANA AT CHANDIGARH GURMEET SINGH VS. STATE OF PUNJAB CORAM: HON'BLE MR. JUSTICE SANJAY VASHISTH PRESENT: Mr. Pardeep Kumar Kapila, for the petitioner. Mr. Manjinder Singh Bhullar, D **** SANJAY VASHISTH, J. (Oral) Prayer in this petition, filed under 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: & Petitioner FIR No. Date Section(s) Gurmeet 82 30.06.2024 420, 465, 467, 468, 471, 120-B 494 IPC On 24.07.2025, following order was passed: IN THE HIGH COURT OF PUNJAB AND HARYANA AT CHANDIGARH CRM-M-39209-2025 Decided on : 15.09.2025 . . . PETITIONER . . . RESPONDENT HON'BLE MR. JUSTICE SANJAY VASHISTH Mr. Pardeep Kumar Kapila, Advocate Mr. Manjinder Singh Bhullar, DAG, Punjab. 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 under:- Section(s) Police Station District 420, 465, 467, 468, B and Makhu Ferozepur .2025, following order was passed:- 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 Ferozepur POONAM SHARMA 2025.09.17 15:31 I attest to the accuracy and authenticity of this document CRM-M- 2 “1. Prayer in this petition, filed under Section 482 of BNSS, 2023(earlier petitioner, Information Name of petitioner(s) Gurmeet 2. Learned counsel for the petitioner contends that the primary between the complainant Kuldeep Singh and c essentially 494 of IPC (now Section 82 of BNS, 2023), being non independently have been added by allegedly concocting a false narrative of fraud solely to harass the petitioner. 3. Regarding the second allegation that for preparation of passport Manjit Kaur, the petitioner mis complainant any benefit as the actual beneficiary of the passport. If the same is ever used, that would be by the co if allegations are taken to be containing some substance, the same requires tobe proved through interrogation Besides, petitioner is ready to join investigation, if protected arrest. Thus, petitioner in the present case. 4. Notice of motion. 5. On advance notice, learned State counsel puts in appearance on behalf of -39209-2025 1. Prayer in this petition, filed under Section 482 of BNSS, (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 the First Information Report, as detailed here-under: Name of petitioner(s) FIR No. Date Section(s) 82 30.06.2024 420,465,467,468,471,120 and 494 IPC Learned counsel for the petitioner contends that the primary the complainant Kuldeep Singh and c essentially matrimonial in nature. It is argued that the offence under of IPC (now Section 82 of BNS, 2023), being non independently warrant criminal prosecution, and that the remaining have been added by allegedly concocting a false narrative of fraud solely to harass the petitioner. Regarding the second allegation that for preparation of passport Kaur, the petitioner mis-apprehended himself in place of complainant Kuldeep Singh and by doing so, the petitioner has not dra benefit as the actual beneficiary of the passport. If the same is ever used, that would be by the co-accused Manjit Kaur only. Further submits that even if allegations are taken to be containing some substance, the same requires tobe proved through documentary evidence, and for that, custodial interrogation of the petitioner would not serve any meaninful purpose. Besides, petitioner is ready to join investigation, if protected arrest. Thus, he prays for grant of concession of anticipatory bail petitioner in the present case. Notice of motion. On advance notice, learned State counsel puts in appearance on behalf of the respondent State, and seeks some time to respond to the 1. Prayer in this petition, filed under Section 482 of BNSS, Section 438 Cr.P.C.), is for grant of anticipatory bail to the who has been booked in a criminal case arising out of the First under:- Police Station District 420,465,467,468,471,120-B and 494 IPC Makhu Ferozepur Learned counsel for the petitioner contends that the primary dispute the complainant Kuldeep Singh and c-accused Manjit Kaur, It is argued that the offence under Section of IPC (now Section 82 of BNS, 2023), being non-cognizable, does not warrant criminal prosecution, and that the remaining offences have been added by allegedly concocting a false narrative of cheating and Regarding the second allegation that for preparation of passport apprehended himself in place of Kuldeep Singh and by doing so, the petitioner has not dra benefit as the actual beneficiary of the passport. If the same is ever used, accused Manjit Kaur only. Further submits that even if allegations are taken to be containing some substance, the same requires documentary evidence, and for that, custodial of the petitioner would not serve any meaninful purpose. Besides, petitioner is ready to join investigation, if protected from he prays for grant of concession of anticipatory bail to the On advance notice, learned State counsel puts in appearance on the respondent State, and seeks some time to respond to the 1. Prayer in this petition, filed under Section 482 of BNSS, Section 438 Cr.P.C.), is for grant of anticipatory bail to the who has been booked in a criminal case arising out of the First District Ferozepur dispute accused Manjit Kaur, is Section does not offences eating and for apprehended himself in place of Kuldeep Singh and by doing so, the petitioner has not drawn benefit as the actual beneficiary of the passport. If the same is ever used, accused Manjit Kaur only. Further submits that even if allegations are taken to be containing some substance, the same requires documentary evidence, and for that, custodial from to the On advance notice, learned State counsel puts in appearance on the respondent State, and seeks some time to respond to the POONAM SHARMA 2025.09.17 15:31 I attest to the accuracy and authenticity of this document CRM-M- 3 submissions addressed instructions. And, in case of necessity, to file status report by verifying the submissions addressed by the petitioner's counsel. 6. Adjourned to 15.09.2025. 7. In the meanwhile, the petitioner is directed to join the and when arrest, the petitioner shall be released on ad furnishing bail bonds to the satisfaction of the Arresting petitioner shall also be abide by all the 482(2) of BNSS, 2023 (earlier Section 438(2) Cr.P.C.). 8. Besides, it is directed that petitioner would hand over his the Investigating Agency or to Court concerned, if he possesses. would submit possess any passport. 9. It is also directed that before leaving country any time during petitioner 10. To be heard along with CRM 3. 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 order. 4. averment made by learned counsel for the petitioner of joining the investigation on custodial inte -39209-2025 submissions addressed by learned counsel opposite, after s instructions. And, in case of necessity, to file status report by verifying the submissions addressed by the petitioner's counsel. Adjourned to 15.09.2025. In the meanwhile, the petitioner is directed to join the when required to do so by the Investigating Agency. In the petitioner shall be released on ad furnishing bail bonds to the satisfaction of the Arresting petitioner shall also be abide by all the conditions laid down 482(2) of BNSS, 2023 (earlier Section 438(2) Cr.P.C.). Besides, it is directed that petitioner would hand over his Investigating Agency or to Court concerned, if he possesses. 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 petitioner would seek prior permission of the Court. To be heard along with CRM-M-37489 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 Learned State counsel on instructions, confirms the said averment made by learned counsel for the petitioner of joining the investigation on 28.08.2025, by the petitioner, and submits that as of now, custodial interrogation of the petitioner is not required for the purpose of by learned counsel opposite, after seeking instructions. And, in case of necessity, to file status report by verifying the submissions addressed by the petitioner's counsel. In the meanwhile, the petitioner is directed to join the investigation as required to do so by the Investigating Agency. In the event of his the petitioner shall be released on ad-interim bail, subject to his furnishing bail bonds to the satisfaction of the Arresting Officer. The conditions laid down under Section 482(2) of BNSS, 2023 (earlier Section 438(2) Cr.P.C.). Besides, it is directed that petitioner would hand over his passport to Investigating Agency or to Court concerned, if he possesses. Otherwise, an affidavit, disclosing the fact that he does not It is also directed that before leaving country any time during trial, would seek prior permission of the Court. 37489-2025”. Continuing his submissions, learned counsel for the petitioner contends that in compliance of the order dated 24.07.2025, passed by this Court, petitioner has joined the investigation, and has fully co-operated. Therefore, he prays for confirmation of the said interim anticipatory bail 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, rrogation of the petitioner is not required for the purpose of eeking instructions. And, in case of necessity, to file status report by verifying the investigation as the event of his subject to his Officer. The under Section passport to Otherwise, trial, earned counsel for the petitioner .2025, passed by this operated. said interim anticipatory bail 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, rrogation of the petitioner is not required for the purpose of POONAM SHARMA 2025.09.17 15:31 I attest to the accuracy and authenticity of this document CRM-M- 4 investigation. record. 5. 6. custodial interrogation is no more required 24.07.2025, passed by this Court is hereby made absolute. Accordingly, present petition is allowed. and when required to d down under Section 482(2) of BNSS, 2023. 7. September 15 Poonam Sharma Whether speaking/reasoned: -39209-2025 investigation. Reply has been filed by learned State counsel, is taken on Heard learned counsel for the parties. Since, petitioner has already joined the investigation and dial interrogation is no more required .2025, passed by this Court is hereby made absolute. Accordingly, present petition is 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. Accordingly, petition stands disposed of September 15, 2025 Poonam Sharma Whether speaking/reasoned: Yes/No Whether Reportable: Yes/No Reply has been filed by learned State counsel, is taken on Heard learned counsel for the parties. Since, petitioner has already joined the investigation and dial interrogation is no more required; ad-interim bail order dated .2025, passed by this Court is hereby made absolute. Accordingly, However, petitioner shall continue to join the investigation as o 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 Reply has been filed by learned State counsel, is taken on Since, petitioner has already joined the investigation and interim bail order dated .2025, passed by this Court is hereby made absolute. Accordingly, However, petitioner shall continue to join the investigation as o so and abide by all the terms and conditions laid (SANJAY VASHISTH) POONAM SHARMA 2025.09.17 15:31 I attest to the accuracy and authenticity of this document