It is argued by the learned counsel for the applicant that the applicant is innocent and has been falsely implicated in the present case due to ulterior motive. As per the allegations made in the FIR, on 14.06.2016 at about 08:00 p.m., the informant's daughter had gone for nature's call but when she did not return then, the family members tried to search for her but when she could not be found, the present F.I.R. has been lodged. It is further argued that after investigation, a final report has been filed on 30.06.2016 against which protest petition was filed in which the applicant has been summoned and has been arrested. It is further argued that the victim has been recovered safely and her statements under Sections 161 and 164 Cr.P.C. were recorded in which she has stated that since her father used to beat and torture her, she left her house out of her own sweet will. She has not stated anything against the applicant. As per her own testimony, she is aged about 19 years. The applicant has no criminal history except the present case and is languishing in jail since 17.08.2019. In case, he is released on bail, he will not misuse the liberty of bail and will cooperate in the trial by all means. Lastly, it is submitted that there is no chance of applicant fleeing away from judicial process or tampering with the witnesses.
