Mr. R. Rabha, learned counsel, appearing for the applicant has submitted that he has taken steps upon respondent by dasti service and to this effect, he has filed an affidavit stating therein the place, date and time with regard to service of notice upon the respondent. However, despite service of such notice, none appeared for the respondent nor has filed any objection against the application for condonation of delay.

      In view of the same, service upon the respondent is complete.

      This is an application for condoning the delay of 16 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 10 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 10 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.