JUDGMENT

Vinod S. Bhardwaj, J. (Oral) - The petitioners namely Sunita and Pradeep have approached this Court under Article 226 of the Constitution of India for seeking protection of their life and personal liberty from private respondents Nos 4 to 6.

2. The contention of the petitioners is that they are major, aged 18 years and 27 years respectively. In support thereof, copy of the Aadhaar Cards pertaining to the petitioners have been appended. The petitioners further contend that they have performed marriage against the wishes of their parents. The marriage of the petitioners was solemnized on 21.04.2022 at Sri Bhramari Devi Jan Kalayan Institute (Regd. No.00616) 222, Mansa Devi Market, Sector 4 Panchkula according to Hindu rites and ceremonies. A copy of marriagecertificate (Annexure P-4) has also been appended. The petitioners apprehend threat to their lives and claim that there is a constant danger of being implicated in a false case.

3. Notice of motion.

4. Pursuant to supply of advance copy, Mr. Ashish Yadav, Additional AG Haryana has appeared and accepted notice on behalf of respondent-State.

5. Mr. R.K. Agnihori, Advocate appears on behalf of respondent Nos.4 to 6 and files his