Delhi High Court|Monday, 23 February 2026
Delhi HC Quashes Cheating Complaint Against Mahender Singh and Central Bank Officials
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Neena Bansal Krishna
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Delhi HC Quashes Cheating Complaint Against Mahender Singh and Central Bank Officials (2026) held that The court held that mere allegations without substantial evidence do not warrant criminal proceedings under IPC.
The case involves Mahender Singh and other officials of the Central Bank of India challenging a complaint filed against them for alleged cheating and breach of trust related to a One Time Settlement (OTS) agreement. The complainant, Suresh Goel, claimed that the bank officials conspired to misappropriate funds during the settlement process. The Delhi High Court ultimately quashed the complaint, ruling that the allegations did not substantiate the criminal charges under the Indian Penal Code. The court emphasized the need for clear evidence of criminal intent in such financial disputes.
The court held that mere allegations without substantial evidence do not warrant criminal proceedings under IPC.
It was established that the terms of the One Time Settlement were clearly defined and accepted by the complainant, negating claims of misappropriation.
The court emphasized the importance of proving criminal intent in cases involving financial transactions and agreements.
Petitions filed under Section 482 Cr.P.C. to quash the complaint
Summoning Order issued by the lower court
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Hearing reserved by the court
Final judgment delivered quashing the complaint
