Delhi HC: Bail Granted to Document Forgery Accused in Rs. 1 Crore Bank Guarantee Case

On March 13, 2026, the Delhi High Court made a decision about a request to be released from jail before the trial, involving accusations of document tampering. The person asking for bail, Chanchal Garg, was allowed to be released under certain conditions.

Accusations of Forgery

Chanchal Garg was accused of faking documents using the official paper of the person who complained. This resulted in the cancellation of a bank guarantee worth Rs. 1 crore. The case was filed under FIR No. 348/2025 at the Karol Bagh Police Station.

"In general terms, the accusation against the person asking for bail is that he faked documents on the official paper of the person who complained..."

Initial Court Proceedings

The request to be released from jail was first brought up on April 17, 2025, and temporary protection from being arrested was given to Garg. The case was delayed multiple times before it was finally heard by Judge Girish Kathpalia.

Arguments by the Defense

Garg's lawyer argued that he was a distributor for the complainant and had returned goods worth Rs. 1.5 crore. They claimed the original bank guarantee was given back to Garg, so there was no reason for him to fake documents.

"The lawyer for the person asking for bail argues that the original bank guarantee was given to him..."

Objections by the State

The State's lawyer did not argue against Garg's cooperation in the investigation but noted that he hadn't provided his computers and printers for examination. They were waiting for a scientific report on the alleged fake documents.

"The State's lawyer does not argue that the person asking for bail is cooperating in the investigation..."

Complainant's Opposition

The person who complained opposed the bail, arguing that Garg faked their official papers and owed money in the market. They said there was no reason for them to cancel the bank guarantee.

Court's Decision

Judge Kathpalia allowed bail with conditions. Garg must provide a personal promise of Rs. 25,000 and a guarantee from another person for the same amount. He must also hand over his computers and printers to the investigating officer when requested in writing.

"It is ordered that if he gets arrested, the person asking for bail shall be released..."

This judgement explains the complexities in cases involving money disputes and accusations of faking documents.