GHANSHYAMBHAI BHOJABHAI GAMARA vs GAU KRUPA MILK PRODUCER COMPANY — 222/2026

Summary The 6th Additional Sessions Judge, Surendranagar, condoned a 163-day delay in filing a criminal appeal by Ghansyambhai Bhojabhai Gamara, who was convicted under Section 138 of the Negotiable Instruments Act, 1881, and sentenced to one year imprisonment with Rs. 71,300 compensation. The court found the delay justified due to the applicant's absence during judgment pronouncement, his lack of legal knowledge, and family hardship, prioritizing substantial justice over technical procedural requirements. The applicant was directed to deposit Rs. 2,500 with the District Legal Services Authority as a condition to proceed with the appeal. This case analysis is maintained by casestatus.in based on publicly available court records.