Delhi High Court denies Rajpal Yadav more time to pay dues in Rs 6 crore cheque bounce case

The Delhi High Court on Thursday refused to grant Bollywood actor Rajpal Yadav more time to clear dues in a cheque bounce case, sharply criticising his inconsistent submissions and repeated delays, before reserving its judgment in the matter, reported Bar and Bench.

Justice Swarana Kanta Sharma declined Yadav’s request for 30 days to pay Rs 6 crore towards settlement, stating unequivocally: “No means no. I will reserve (for judgment). I will not give more time,” according to Bar and



Bench.

During the hearing, the court expressed displeasure over what it described as contradictory positions taken by Yadav and his counsel on the issue of payment. “Never think the judge is weak if the judge is nice to you,” the court remarked.

Highlighting the inconsistency, the judge said: “You are saying you are willing to pay, but your lawyers are saying that since you have already gone to jail, you will not pay. If you are willing to pay, then why am I hearing the matter? Make the payment.”