Heard Mr. R. Goswami, learned counsel, appearing for the applicant. Also heard Ms. S. Khanikar, learned counsel, appearing for the respondent No. 1 and Ms. M. Das, learned counsel, appearing on behalf of respondent Nos. 2 to 5.

                   This is an application for condoning the delay of 217 days in preferring the accompanying appeal. We have perused the statements made in the application. The grounds for delay has been explained at paragraph 2 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 paragraph 2 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.