Present Civil Applications are filed by the applicants-State authorities for condonation of delay of 412 days in filing the aforesaid first appeals on the grounds stated in the applications, inter alia, that the delay has been caused in getting necessary approval after following necessary law and rules of movement of file.
Heard learned advocates appearing for the respective parties.
In view of the grounds mentioned in the applications, it appears that sufficient cause is made out for condonation of delay.
It is well accepted that Hon'ble Apex Court by catena of judicial pronouncement has also laid down the guidelines with regard to the pragmatic approach in such matters for condonation of delay.
Hence, present Civil Applications deserve to be allowed and accordingly stand allowed. The delay of 412 days in filing the aforesaid first appeals is condoned. Rule is made absolute.
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