The petitioner seeks the quashing of a cognizance order and summons under Section 528 of BNSS, 2023, on the grounds that the FIR allegations do not constitute a legal offence.

ORDER

Order No. 01

1. This matter is taken up through Hybrid Arrangement (Virtual /Physical Mode).

2. Heard learned Senior counsels for the Petitioner perused the CRLMC application as well as the prayer made therein.

3. By filing the present CRLMC application under section 528 of BNSS, 2023, the Accused-Petitioner seeks quashing of order taking cognizance and the summons issued vide order dated 08.06.2021 by the learned SDJM, Puri in G.R Case No.502 of 2021, corresponding to Singhadwara P.S Case No. 12 of 2021.

4. Learned Senior counsel appearing for the Petitioner at the outset contended that even accepting the allegations made in the FIR, no offence is made out under the alleged section. He further submitted that some of the sections added by the Police which are not applicable to the alleged acts in the FIR. Counsel for the State sought for some time to obtain instructions in the matter.

5. Considering such submissions, he is granted four weeks’ time.

6. List this matter in the week commencing 07.09.2026.

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7. Heard learned counsel for the Petitioner.

8. Issue notice as above.

9. Accept one set of process fee.

10. As an interim measure, it is directed that on an application being filed by the Petitioners seeking adjournment for further proceeding. In such eventuality, the learned Trial Court shall do well to adjourn the matter for a period of eight weeks.