Quashed

Gaurav Kumar and Ors. v. the State Govt of NCT of Delhi through SHO Crime Women Cell & Anr.

Delhi HC3 Feb 2026W.P.(CRL)/376/2026

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What is this about?

This judgment quashes an FIR registered under Sections 498A/406 IPC arising from matrimonial discord. The court exercised powers under Section 528 of the BNSS to allow the quashing based on an amicable settlement and the mutual consent divorce between the parties, noting that no public interest was involved.

What did the court decide?

FIR No. 022/2024 dated 07.05.2024 registered at P.S. Crime (Women) Cell, Nanakpura, Delhi under Sections 498A/406/34 IPC, along with all consequential proceedings emanating therefrom, is quashed.

Gaurav Kumar and Ors. Vs the State Govt of NCT of Delhi… — Dowry and Cruelty | Delhi HC (2026)

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$~55

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IN THE HIGH COURT OF DELHI AT NEW DELHI

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% Date of Decision: 03^rd February, 2026

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- W.P.(CRL) 376/2026 & CRL.M.A. 3583/2026 GAURAV KUMAR AND ORS .....Petitioner

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Through: Mr. R K Gupta with Mr. Rohitash Mishra and Mr. Shubhankar Birla, Advocates.

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versus

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THE STATE GOVT OF NCT OF DELHI THROUGH SHO CRIME WOMEN CELL & ANR. .....Respondent

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Through: Mr. Sanjay Lao, SC with W/ASI Neel Kamal.

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Mr. Sushant Kumar, Advocate for R-2.

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CORAM:

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HON'BLE MR. JUSTICE MANOJ JAIN J U D G M E N T (oral)

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Petitioners herein seek quashing of FIR No. 022/2024 dated 07.05.2024, registered at P.S. Crime (Women) Cell, Nanakpura, Delhi, under Sections 498A/406/34 IPC, along with all consequential proceedings arising therefrom, on the basis of compromise arrived at between the parties.

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The marriage between complainant (respondent No.2 herein) and petitioner No.1 was solemnized on 01.01.2022, as per Hindu rites and ceremonies. However, due to certain temperamental differences, the parties started living separately w.e.f. 08.10.2022.

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On account of matrimonial discord, a complaint was lodged by respondent No.2, which resulted into registration of abovesaid FIR.

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When the abovesaid criminal case was taken up by learned Magisterial Court, the matter was referred to mediation and, fortunately, the parties have arrived at amicable settlement. The settlement has taken place under the aegis

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Signature Not Verified

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W.P.(CRL) 376/2026 1

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Signed By:SONIA THAPLIYAL Signing Da te:0 5.02.2026 14:54:24

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of Mediation Centre, Saket Courts, Delhi on 21.12.2024.

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Both the parties have agreed to part ways in a graceful manner.

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Broad terms of settlement are contained in Memorandum of Settlement dated 21.12.2024, and parties have already obtained divorce by way of mutual consent on 27.09.2025.

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As per the terms of settlement, respondent No.2 has agreed to accept a total sum of Rs. 1.5 lacs towards full and final settlement of all her claims in lieu of alimony, istridhan , maintenance for self (past, present and future). 8. Respondent No.2 submits that the entire such amount has already been received by her.

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Parties are present in Court and the Court has interacted with them.

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Upon query, respondent No.2 has reiterated the terms and conditions of the settlement and submits that in view of such settlement, she is no longer interested in pursuing with instant FIR.

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The Investigating Officer (I.O.) and learned counsel for respondent are present and duly identifies her.

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In view of the settlement arrived at between the parties, continuing with criminal proceedings would serve no useful purpose, especially, when dispute does not involve any public interest and is, primarily, private in nature. In any case, even the complainant does not wish to press any charges against the petitioners.

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Accordingly, exercising inherent powers vested in this Court under Section 528 of the BNSS, it is deemed appropriate to quash the instant FIR. 14. Consequently, to secure the ends of justice, FIR No. 022/2024 dated 07.05.2024, registered at P.S. Crime (Women) Cell, Nanakpura, Delhi under Sections 498A/406/34 IPC, along with all consequential proceedings

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Signature Not Verified

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W.P.(CRL) 376/2026 2

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Signed By:SONIA THAPLIYAL Signing Da te:0 5.02.2026 14:54:24

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emanating therefrom, is hereby, quashed.

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The petition stands disposed of in aforesaid terms.

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Pending application also stands disposed of.

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(MANOJ JAIN) JUDGE

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FEBRUARY 3, 2026/ sw/js

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Signature Not Verified

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W.P.(CRL) 376/2026 3

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Signed By:SONIA THAPLIYAL Signing Da te:0 5.02.2026 14:54:24

Gaurav Kumar and Ors. v. the State Govt of NCT of Delhi through SHO Crime Women Cell & Anr.

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