- (1.) We have heard the Learned Counsel appearing for the parties on the question of sentence. Having gone through the records, we find that Mr. Munish Jain, against whom the notice was issued on the question of sentence has died. Accordingly, so far he is concerned, the matter stands abated.
(2.) There is yet one more accused in the case, apart from the company, who was also impleaded as a party in the present proceedings. The said Director of the company is Mr. Varun Jain.
(3.) We have heard the Learned Counsel appearing for the parties on the question of sentence. Considering the provisions of Section 138 of the Negotiable Instruments Act, we consider that imposition of fine of an amount of Rs 10,00,000/- (Rupees ten lacs only) would meet the ends of justice in the present case. Considering the facts and circumstances of the case, we, therefore, impose a fine of Rs 10,00,000/- (Rupees ten lacs only) on the Respondent payable to the Appellants/ complainants by way of compensation.;