ABLAPL/8905/2026 of GOLAKA MALIK Vs STATE OF ODISHA on 9 September 2026

ORDER

09.09.2026

02. 1. Heard learned counsel for the Petitioner and learned counsel for the State.

2. The Petitioner is seeking pre-arrest bail in connection with G.R. Case No.1524 of 2026, pending on the file of learned J.M.F.C(O)., Bhubaneswar arising out Balipatana P.S. Case No.289 of 2026 for commission of offences punishable under Section 326(g) of BNS.

3. It is submitted by the learned counsel for the Petitioner, on instruction, that exaggerated allegations have been made so far as the offence under Section 326(g) of BNS is concerned and it is also stated that the Petitioner does not have any criminal antecedent. Hence, he may be protected by pre-arrest bail.

4. Learned counsel for the State opposes the prayer for pre-arrest bail since investigation is continuing.

5. Taking into account the nature of allegations, it is directed that on surrendering within three weeks hence and moving for bail, the Petitioner shall be released on bail by the learned Court in seisin on such terms as deemed just and proper subject to verification criminal antecedent of similar nature.

6. If it comes to the fore that the Petitioner has any such criminal antecedent, this order shall not be given effect to.

7. It is needless to state that the Petitioner shall cooperate with the ongoing investigation.

8. Accordingly, the ABLAPL stands disposed of. U.C.C. as per rules.

(V. NARASINGH)

Judge

Ayesha Digitally Signed Signed by: AYESHA ROUT Designation: Senior Stenographer Reason: Authentication Location: High Court of Orissa, Cuttack Date: 10-Sep-2026 18:42:03 Signature Not Verified