(1.) This is an application filed under Sec. 439 of Cr.P.C., seeking regular bail.
(2.) The petitioner is the sole accused in Crime No. 1054 of 2020 of Vallikunnam Police Station, which is registered on the basis of the First Information Statement given by the wife of the petitioner alleging offence punishable under Sec. 324 and 326 of the Indian Penal Code. It is alleged that he assaulted the wife with a stick and caused her grievous injuries causing fracture on her left elbow and left knee. The petitioner was arrested on 22.03.2021 and is in custody since then.
(3.) Heard the learned counsel for the petitioner and the learned Public Prosecutor.