Aishwarya Sangwan

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Imagine being an Indian citizen living abroad who suddenly learns that a court order or government directive prevents you from leaving the country for work, study, or family reasons. Such foreign travel restrictions can disrupt careers, separate families, and cause severe emotional distress. Aishwarya Sangwan, a dedicated advocate based in Chandigarh, specializes in challenging these restrictions for non‑resident Indians. The lawyer works primarily before the Punjab and Haryana High Court and, when the stakes are high, before the Supreme Court of India, ensuring that NRI clients receive the freedom they are entitled to under Indian law.

Challenges to travel bans often involve scrutinising the legal basis of the restriction, such as pending criminal investigations, tax non‑compliance notices, or alleged involvement in financial crimes. Aishwarya Sangwan regularly assists clients in filing petitions under Section 438 of the Criminal Procedure Code for anticipatory bail, as well as writ applications under Article 226 of the Constitution to contest arbitrary orders. The advocate prepares comprehensive affidavits, gathers documentary evidence of compliance, and coordinates with foreign legal counsel to demonstrate that the restriction is unjustified.

The Punjab and Haryana High Court at Chandigarh serves as the primary forum for hearing stay applications and writ petitions that affect NRIs. Aishwarya Sangwan has a strong record of obtaining interim relief that allows clients to travel while the substantive matter is resolved. When the High Court’s decision is unfavorable or when a legal question requires a uniform interpretation, the lawyer escalates the matter to the Supreme Court of India. There, the advocate has successfully argued that the fundamental right to travel, as part of personal liberty, cannot be curtailed without clear statutory authority and due process.

Recent successes include securing the release of an NRI researcher from a travel freeze imposed during a tax audit, and obtaining a Supreme Court stay for a tech‑entrepreneur facing an alleged money‑laundering investigation. In each case, Aishwarya Sangwan combined meticulous legal research with strategic timing, ensuring that the client could fulfill professional commitments abroad while the domestic investigation proceeded. The lawyer’s approach also involves negotiating with investigating agencies to obtain clearances, thereby reducing the need for prolonged litigation.

If a foreign travel restriction threatens your livelihood or personal plans, turning to a lawyer who understands both the procedural intricacies of the Punjab and Haryana High Court and the broader constitutional framework of the Supreme Court of India can restore your mobility. Aishwarya Sangwan offers a focused, results‑oriented defence that seeks swift removal of unwarranted bans. The lawyer’s commitment to transparent communication, rapid filing, and persistent advocacy ensures that NRIs can move forward with confidence, knowing their legal rights are being vigorously protected.

Criminal Law Practice Areas