Heard Mr. M. Sharma, learned counsel, appearing for the applicant. None has appeared on behalf of the respondent.            

              This is an application for condoning the delay of 166 days in preferring the accompanying appeal. We have perused the statement made in the application for condoning the delay filed on behalf of the applicant. Also perused the objection filed on behalf of the respondent. We have found that there are sufficient grounds for not filing the appeal within the period of limitation.

              In view of the submission so made and for the ends of justice, delay of 166 days in preferring the accompanying appeal is condoned subject to payment a cost of Rs. 1000/- to the respondent.

              Misc Case is allowed and disposed of accordingly.