IN THE HIGH COURT OF PUNJAB AND HARYANA AT CHANDIGARH Sr. No. Date of Decision: 15.05.2026 ...Petitioner Versus ....Respondent CORAM: HON'BLE MS. JUSTICE MANDEEP PANNU Present:- Mr. Abhaysher Singh, Advocate for the petitioner. Mr. Hardeep Hans, AAG, Punjab. ***** MANDEEP PANNU, J. (Oral) ANU 2026.05.16 11:40 I attest to the accuracy and integrity of this document Chandigarh The petitioner has remained in custody for the last 02 years, 01 month and 15 days. Even after framing of fresh charges, only one prosecution witness has been examined so far, and no useful purpose would be served by continuing to detain the petitioner for an indefinite period. ANU 2026.05.16 11:40 I attest to the accuracy and integrity of this document Chandigarh ANU 2026.05.16 11:40 I attest to the accuracy and integrity of this document Chandigarh ANU 2026.05.16 11:40 I attest to the accuracy and integrity of this document Chandigarh (MANDEEP PANNU) 15.05.2026 JUDGE Anu Whether speaking/reasoned : Yes/No Whether reportable : Yes/No ANU 2026.05.16 11:40 I attest to the accuracy and integrity of this document Chandigarh