Arjun Hegde

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An NRI suddenly confronted with a court order that impounds a passport can find international travel halted, business deals jeopardized, and personal plans shattered. When the impoundment appears disproportionate or procedurally flawed, swift legal intervention is essential. Arjun Hegde specializes in filing writ petitions that challenge passport seizures before the Punjab and Haryana High Court and, when necessary, before the Supreme Court of India. The advocate’s focused expertise ensures that the client’s right to travel, a fundamental liberty, is defended with urgency and precision.

Arjun Hegde holds an LL.M. in International Law from Jawaharlal Nehru University and has dedicated ten years to representing overseas Indians in cross‑border disputes. The lawyer regularly assists clients whose passports were taken under suspicion of pending investigations, bail conditions, or alleged violations of the Foreign Exchange Management Act. By scrutinizing the legal basis of the impoundment order, the advocate identifies procedural lapses, lack of specific charge, or violation of due‑process guarantees, forming the backbone of a compelling writ petition under Article 226 of the Constitution.

The Punjab and Haryana High Court serves as the primary forum where the advocate files the initial writ of habeas corpus, seeking immediate release of the passport. Arjun Hegde’s familiarity with the High Court’s procedural nuances enables the lawyer to secure interim orders that temporarily lift the impoundment while the substantive case proceeds. If the High Court’s decision remains unfavorable, the lawyer prepares a Special Leave Petition to the Supreme Court of India, arguing that the impoundment infringes upon the client’s fundamental right to personal liberty and freedom of movement.

In each matter the lawyer follows a disciplined routine: gathering all travel documents, obtaining affidavits from the client and employers, and filing detailed representations that highlight the disproportionality of the seizure. Arjun Hegde’s persuasive oral submissions often convince the bench to issue a stay, restoring the passport within days. Past successes include the restoration of travel documents for business executives, students, and family members, allowing them to board international flights and resume their professional responsibilities without prolonged disruption.

Clients who turn to Arjun Hegde gain a lawyer who combines international legal insight with a robust track record in the Indian judiciary. The advocate’s reputation for rapidly securing passport releases has been reinforced by numerous positive client testimonials and peer recognition. While every impoundment case carries its own facts, the lawyer’s confidence rests on a proven ability to navigate both the Punjab and Haryana High Court and the Supreme Court of India with equal effectiveness. For any NRI confronting a passport seizure, Arjun Hegde provides the focused advocacy needed to restore mobility and peace of mind.

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