Authority: Himachal Pradesh High Court
Order Date: 15 July 2026
Case Overview
- Original writ petition Hari Ram & Ors. vs Dr. Pawnesh Kumar (COPC No.453 of 2023) led to contempt proceedings.
- Respondent H.P. State Forest Development Corporation Ltd deposited Rs.46,42,787 in the Court Registry, prompting disposal of contempt proceedings on 04.12.2025.
- The release of the deposited amount was to await the outcome of Special Leave to Appeal (C) No.26610 of 2025 (H.P. State Forest Development Corp Ltd. & Ors. vs Bhag Chand).
- The SLP was dismissed on 09.01.2026, removing the pendency.
- In application CMP No.14922 of 2026, petitioners (nine in number) sought release of the amount. Respondent’s reply (para 14) tabulated the amount admissible to each petitioner; both parties consented to the tabulation.
Final Outcome
- The Court ordered the deposited amount of Rs.46,42,787, together with any up‑to‑date interest, be released to the nine petitioners.
- The amount shall be credited to the petitioners’ bank accounts upon submission of account details by their counsel within one week.
Topics: Legal Release, Court Order