1 Serial No.07 Regular List HIGH COURT OF MEGHALAYA AT SHILLONG MC[WP(C)]. No. 28 of 2026 in WP(C). No. 372 of 2024 (disposed of) Date of Decision: 02.03.2026 Sri. Amit Marbaniang, S/o. Sri BK Thapa R/o Mawlai, Mawroh, P.O./P.S: Mawlai Dist-East Khasi Hills Pin-793008. …Applicant -Versus- 1. State of Meghalaya, Represented by the Secretary, Home Ministry, Govt. of Meghalaya, at Shillong. 2. The Commandant, 3rd Bn. MLP, Khliehtyrshi, P.O. /P.S. – Jowai Dist-West Jaintia Hills, Pin - 793150 …Respondents Coram: Hon’ble Mr. Justice H.S.Thangkhiew, Judge Appearance: For the Petitioner/Applicant(s) : Mr. P.K.Borah, Adv. For the Respondent(s) : Mr. J.Thabah, GA. 2026:MLHC:126 2 i) Whether approved for reporting in Yes/No Law journals etc: ii) Whether approved for publication Yes/No in press: JUDGMENT AND ORDER (ORAL) 1. This is an application for restoration of WP(C). No. 372 of 2024 which was dismissed for non-prosecution on 07-10-2025, due to the non- appearance of the learned counsel for the petitioner. 2. Mr. P.K.Borah, learned counsel for the application submits that the non-appearance of the learned counsel was due to his medical condition where he suffered a heart attack. 3. Considering these circumstances, WP(C). No. 372 of 2024 shall stand restored to file. 4. Accordingly, misc. case is allowed and disposed of. Judge 2026:MLHC:126 Digitally signed by SAMANTHA ANNA LIYA RYNJAH Date: 2026.03.02 18:12:45 IST