JUDGMENT 1. - The report of the probation officer was opened. 2. Heard learned counsel for parties and perused the record of the case. 3. The appellant was convicted under section 323 I.P.C. and was sentenced to six months rigorous imprisonment. He was acquitted of the offence under section 302 I.P.C. His conviction has not been challenged before me. It is urged the sentence of the appellant may be reduced to the period of his custody. The appellant at present is 66 years. Considering the age and circumstances under which the occurrence took place, it would be in the interest of justice that his sentence may be reduced to the period of his custody. The appellant was arrested on 5-4-1976 and was released on bail on 8-5-1976. 4. Accordingly, the appeal is partly allowed while maintaining the conviction of the appellant, his sentence is reduced to the period of his custody. He need not to surrender and his bail bonds are discharged. *******