Authority: Calcutta High Court
Order Date: 27 August 2026
Case Overview
- Petition filed under Section 482 of the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita, 2023 (CRM (A) No. 2068 of 2026) seeking anticipatory bail for petitioner D. Hira.
- Originating criminal matter: G.R. Case No. 914 of 2026, arising from Tapan Police Station Case No. 256 of 2026 dated 24.05.2026, alleging offences under Sections 69, 115(2), 316(2), 351(3) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023.
- Parties involved:
- Petitioner: D. Hira, represented by Mr. Sayan Kanjilal.
- De‑facto complainant: Tapas Barman @ Tumpu, represented by Mr. Abhra Mukherjee and Mr. Sauradeep Dutta.
- State: represented by Ms. Supriti Sarkhel.
- Counsel for petitioner argued a long‑term extra‑marital relationship and requested bail on any terms.
- Counsel for complainant opposed bail, alleging rape and threat of murder.
- State relied on victim’s statement under Section 183 of the B.N.S.S. and the memo of evidence.
Final Outcome
- The Court, after reviewing the memo of evidence, case diary, and victim’s statement, found sufficient material against the petitioner and concluded the case was not fit for anticipatory bail.
- The prayer for anticipatory bail was rejected.
- CRM (A) No. 2068 of 2026 was dismissed.
- The memo of evidence filed on the day was taken on record.
- All parties directed to download server copies of the order from the official court website.
- The concerned department was directed to supply certified copies of the order to the parties upon request, subject to completion of necessary formalities.
- Order pronounced by Justice Ajay Kumar Gupta, J.
Topics: Legal Proceedings, Anticipatory Bail, Criminal Law