CRM-M-21992-2026 IN THE HIGH COURT OF PUNJAB AND HARYANA AT CHANDIGARH 321 CRM-M-21992-2026 Decided on : 08.07.2026 TEJPAL SINGH .....PETITIONER Versus STATE OF PUNJAB ......RESPONDENT CORAM: HON'BLE MR. JUSTICE SANJAY VASHISTH Present: Ms. Ramandeep Kaur Brar, Advocate for the petitioner. Mr. Vinay Malhotra, DAG, Punjab. ***** SANJAY VASHISTH, J. 1. The instant petition has been filed under Section 482 of BNSS, 2023 (earlier Section 438 Cr.P.C.), seeking grant of anticipatory bail in case FIR No.130 dated 06.10.2025, under Sections 115(2), 118(1), 126(2), 351(2), 191(3), 190 of BNS, 2023 (corresponding Sections 323, 324, 341, 506, 148, 149 of IPC), registered at Police Station Fatehgarh Churian, Batala, District Gurdaspur. 2. On 22.04.2026, following order was passed:- “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:- Name & age of Petitioner (s) FIR No. Date Section(s) Police Station District Tejpal Singh 130 06.10.2025 115(2), 118(1), 126(2), 351(2), 191(3), 190 of BNS, 2023 (corresponding Sections 323, 324, 341, 506, 148, 149 of IPC) BNS Fatehgarh Churian, Batala Gurdaspur. Page 1 of 3 Pages PRIYANKA 2026.07.10 09:34 I attest to the accuracy and integrity of this document CRM-M-21992-2026 2. Learned counsel for the petitioner, inter alia, contends there was a sudden fight between both the sides and thereupon, petitioner also had suffered multiple injuries in the same occurrence and the injuries have been mentioned in paragraph No.6 of the present petition. For reference, injuries mentioned in paragraph No.6 are reproduced here-under:- u Reddish abrasion of size 0.5 cm x 0.2 cm on the forehead with swelling (X-ray advised). u Reddish bluish contusion 7 cm x 11 cm on right upper arm. u Incised wound 4 cm x 0.5 cm on left forearm (X-ray advised). u Pain ad swelling in right buttock. u Pain and redness in right knee. 3. Learned counsel further contends that injury attributed to the petitioner, is though covered under Sections 118(5) of BNS, 2023. However, none of the injuries suffered by the complainant/injured were declared grievous or dangerous to life. Petitioner is ready to join investigation and cooperate with the investigating agency, if protected from arrested. Thus, prays for grant of concession of anticipatory bail to the petitioner in the present case. 4. Notice of motion. 5. On advance notice, learned State counsel puts in appearance on behalf of the respondent – State, and seeks some time to respond to the submissions addressed by learned counsel opposite, after seeking instructions. And, in case of necessity, to file status report. 6. Adjourned to 08.07.202608.07.202608.07.202608.07.2026. 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.). 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.” 3. Continuing his submissions, learned counsel for the petitioner contends that in compliance of the order dated 22.04.2026, passed by this Page 2 of 3 Pages PRIYANKA 2026.07.10 09:34 I attest to the accuracy and integrity of this document CRM-M-21992-2026 Court, petitioner has joined the investigation, and has fully co-operated. Therefore, he prays for confirmation of the said interim anticipatory bail order. 4. Learned State counsel, on instructions, confirms the said averment made by counsel for the petitioner of joining the investigation by the petitioner, and submits that as of now, custodial interrogation of the petitioner is not required for the purpose of investigation. 5. Heard learned counsel for the parties. 6. Since, petitioner has already joined the investigation and custodial interrogation is no more required; ad-interim bail order dated 22.04.2026, 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. 7. Accordingly, petition stands disposed of. (SANJAY VASHISTH) JUDGE 08.07.2026 pry Whether Speaking/Reasoned: YES/NO Whether Reportable: YES/NO Page 3 of 3 Pages PRIYANKA 2026.07.10 09:34 I attest to the accuracy and integrity of this document