1. ' ATTA-UR-REHMAN, J.--- According to the facts of the case the applicant was initially arrested in this matter some time in February-March, 1998. Thereafter he jumped the bail some time in August, 1997 and remained absconder for about three years and was arrested on 24-3-2001. He moved an application before the trial Court for bail which was rejected and thereafter he moved an application before this Court who too was rejected and a direction was given to the trial Court for concluding the trial within one month. However, the trial could not be concluded and therefore, he moved another bail application before the trial Court which was dismissed on 16-6-2001. In the meantime, the trial Court made reference to the High Court for extension of time for three months which time was allowed and expired on 7-9-2001. According to the counsel for the applicant there is no progress with the matter and the position is the same.
2. ' In view of the above circumstances/position, learned counsel appearing on behalf of the State has not objection if the bail is granted to the applicant.
3. ' I considered the submissions of the counsel. It is admitted position that on merits the applicant was allowed bail and thereafter absconded. The maximum punishment for offence is seven years.
4. The trial is not likely to conclude in near future. The applicant is already in custody since 24-3-2001.
5. The case reported in 1983 PCr.LJ 2600 is referred.
6. ' In the circumstances, he is allowed bail on his furnishing surety in the sum of Rs,2,00,000 and P.R.
7. Bond in the like amount to the satisfaction of trial Court.