Sampri Teron and 2 Ors v. The State of Assam

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¶1Heard Mr. S. Munir, learned counsel for the petitioners.

¶2The petitioners, namely, [1] Sri Sampri Teron [2] Sri Dhaniram Ringphar and [3] Sri Langchang Singnar have filed this application under Section 439 Cr.PC with prayer for bail as they are behind bars since 23.11.2023 in connection with Bokalia PS Case No. 58/2023 registered u/s 22(b)/29 of the NDPS Act.

¶3Heard Mr. M.P. Goswami, learned Addl. PP, Assam.

¶4I have considered the submissions at the Bar. The petitioners were apprehended with 54 'SAMPEX+' capsules weighing 31.11. gms. I have also considered the submissions that the petitioners are behind bars for 57 days.

¶5The learned Addl. PP has submitted that there are incriminating materials in the Case Diary against the petitioners. The Case Diary reveals that investigation has progressed to a considerable extent. The petitioners are local residents and they have pledged to co-operate with the investigation as well as with the trial.

¶6Considering all aspects, petition is allowed. The petitioners are enlarged on bail of Rs. 50,000/- each with a suitable surety of like amount to the satisfaction of the learned Special Judge, NDPS, Karbi Anglong, Diphu under the conditions that:- i. The petitioners shall refrain from such activities with which they are alleged; ii. the petitioners shall co-operate with the trial; and iii. the petitioners shall not leave the jurisdiction of the trial Court without prior permission till completion of the trial; On breach of any of the bail conditions, bail order shall stand cancelled. Send back the Case Diary. JUDGE Comparing Assistant