Sandip Pradhan v. The State of Assam and Anr

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10.05.2024 (Suman.Shyam,.J) Heard Ms. M. Barman, learned counsel for the applicant. Also heard Ms. S. Page No.# 2/2 Jahan, learned Addl. P.P., Assam appearing for the State. This I.A. has been filed under section 5 of the Limitation Act, 1963 with a prayer to condone the delay of 685 days in preferring the connected Jail appeal. We have perused the explanation furnished in the application explaining the delay in filing the appeal. Ms. S. Jahan, learned Addl. P.P. appearing for the State submits that she has no instruction for filing any objection opposing the prayer for condonation of delay. We have noticed that the applicant has been convicted under Section 302 IPC by the judgment and order dated 15.12.2020 passed by the learned Sessions Judge, Jorhat in Sessions Case No.151(J-J)/2017 and inter-alia sentenced to undergo rigorous imprisonment for life. The appellant has a statutory remedy in the form of an appeal. In view of the above and considering the explanation furnished in the I.A., we are convinced that this is a fit case where the delay of 685 days in preferring the appeal deserves to be condoned. Ordered accordingly. Office to register the connected appeal and list for admission. I.A. stands disposed of.

JUDGE JUDGE Comparing Assistant