Case Summary – Cri.Misc.App.No.6215/2025

Court: J.M.F.C., Vadodara
Date: 08.08.2025
Judge: Rahul Sachdeva

Applicants/Accused:

1. Ranjit Narhari Sigothe

2. Pruthvirajsinh Mahendrasinh Raulji

Crime Registration No.: 11196044250357/2025, Atladara Police Station
Charges: Sections 308(2), 54 of BNS Act

Key Points of the Order

• The accused applied for bail, claiming innocence and false implication.

• The court considered case records, arguments, and relevant Supreme Court judgment (Jalaluddin Khan v. Union of India, Criminal Appeal No. 3173 of 2024), reiterating the principle “Bail is the rule, jail is the exception.”

• Observing that the accused are unlikely to evade justice and considering Article 21 (Right to Liberty), the court found it reasonable to grant bail.

Order

Bail Granted – Both accused to be released on bail upon:

• Surety: ₹5,000/- local and solvent surety each + equal amount personal bond.

Conditions of Bail

1. Must cooperate with investigation and remain present when required.

2. Report to concerned police station first Monday of every month (11 a.m. – 2 p.m.) until charge sheet is filed.

3. Not to misuse bail liberty or engage in similar criminal activity.

4. No threat/intimidation/influence on complainant or witnesses.

5. Deposit passport within 7 days (or file affidavit if none).

6. Furnish and maintain residential address & mobile number; cannot change without court’s permission.

7. Cannot leave State of Gujarat without prior court permission.

8. Any violation = automatic cancellation of bail and forfeiture of bond.

✅ Final Outcome: Bail granted with strict conditions, effective from 08.08.2025.