This document contains the original judgement from the High Court of Orissa at Cuttack in the case of Ajaya Kumar Barik versus the State of Odisha and Another. It addresses whether sanction under Section 197 Cr.P.C. was required before taking cognizance of offences against a public servant involved in seizing a vehicle. The judgement is useful for legal professionals, particularly those dealing with cases involving public servants and official duties.