IN THE HIGH COURT OF HIMACHAL PRADESH, SHIMLA CWP No. 831 of 2026 Decided on: 26.02.2026 Ashok Kumar …….Petitioner Versus State of H.P. and others … Respondents Coram Hon’ble Mr. Justice Ajay Mohan Goel, Judge. Whether approved for reporting?1 _____________________________________________________ For the petitioner : Mr. Tarun Brakta, Advocate vice Mr. Atharv Sharma, Advocate. For the respondents : Mr. Rahul Thakur, Deputy Advocate General for respondents State. Ajay Mohan Goel, Judge (Oral) Learned Counsel appearing for the petitioner submits that in light of the fact the petitioner has been granted the appointment, the petition has been rendered as infructuous. Closed as such. Pending miscellaneous application(s), if any, also stand disposed of accordingly. (Ajay Mohan Goel) Judge February 26, 2026 (narender) 1 Whether reporters of the local papers may be allowed to see the judgment?