Pre-deposit modification challenge rejected, though compliance time was extended after the hardship plea was considered.

A modification application seeking alteration of an earlier pre-deposit direction was held not maintainable on the facts stated, and the plea of financial hardship did not warrant interference with the existing order. The application was rejected, but time for compliance with the pre-deposit direction was extended.

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Issues: Whether the modification application seeking alteration of the earlier pre-deposit direction was maintainable and whether the plea of financial hardship justified interference with the existing order.

Outcome: The modification application was rejected and the time for compliance with the pre-deposit direction was extended.

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