Mr. R. Rabha, learned counsel, appearing for the applicant has submitted that he has filed an affidavit with regard to dasti service upon the sole respondent wherein it has been stated that the sole respondent has received the notice and he has also put his signature on the notice. However, despite service of notice none has appeared on behalf of the respondent.

            Heard Mr. Rabha, learned counsel, appearing for the applicant.

            This is an application for condoning the delay of 7 days in preferring the accompanying appeal. We have perused the statements made in the application. The grounds for delay has been explained at paragraphs 2 to 12 of the application. We have found that sufficient causes have been shown for not preferring the appeal in time. Thus, considering the statements made in the application, particularly, statements made on oath at paragraphs 2 to 12 of the application, also for the ends of justice, delay in preferring the accompanying appeal is condoned.

            Misc Case is allowed and disposed of accordingly.