2026:HHC:30494-DB IN THE HIGH COURT OF HIMACHAL PRADESH AT SHIMLA CWP No.4470 of 2019 Date of decision: 23.07.2026 __________________________________________________________ Rakesh Kumar and others ....Petitioners Versus State of Himachal Pradesh ....Respondents and others Coram Hon’ble Mr. Justice Vivek Singh Thakur, Judge Hon’ble Mr. Justice Ranjan Sharma, Judge 1Whether approved for reporting? For the petitioners: None, though duly represented by Mr. Dhananjay Singh, Advocate. For the respondents: Mr. Ramakant Sharma, Additional Advocate General. Vivek Singh Thakur, Judge (Oral) On 15.05.2026, there was no representation on behalf of the petitioner, however, matter was adjourned granting time to file rejoinder and was directed to be listed on 22.07.2026. 2. On 22.07.2026, despite calling the matter repeatedly, no one came forward to represent the petitioner; however, instead of passing an adverse order, matter was again adjourned for today [23.07.2026]. 3. Today, it is already 03:00 p.m. and no one has come forward on behalf of the petitioner. 1 Whether reporters of Local Papers may be allowed to see the judgment? 2 2026:HHC:30494-DB 4. In aforesaid facts, present petition is dismissed in default alongwith all pending miscellaneous application(s), if any. (Vivek Singh Thakur) Judge (Ranjan Sharma) Judge July 23, 2026 [Bhardwaj]