Devika Rana

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You may have discovered that a Look Out Circular (LOC) has been issued against you, that a property fraud claim is threatening your assets abroad, or that a foreign travel restriction is looming due to a pending investigation. Devika Rana is a focused advocate who handles LOC writ petitions, defends NRI clients against property fraud allegations, and fights travel restrictions before the Punjab and Haryana High Court and, when required, before the Supreme Court of India.

Devika Rana regularly assists clients in filing writ petitions under Article 226 of the Constitution to quash unlawful LOCs. By presenting detailed evidence that the LOC was issued without proper verification, the advocate can obtain an order that lifts the circular, thereby removing the barrier to international travel and preventing wrongful detention at airports. The advocate also prepares supplementary affidavits and supports clients with liaison between foreign authorities and Indian agencies, ensuring that the LOC is expunged from all relevant databases.

In matters of property fraud, Devika Rana defends NRIs whose assets abroad are being targeted by false claims or misrepresented documentation. The advocate conducts thorough forensic analysis of property records, obtains expert testimony, and files suits that demonstrate genuine ownership and the absence of fraudulent intent. By navigating both Indian and foreign jurisdictional requirements, the advocate secures injunctions that halt any illegal seizure and works toward full restitution of the client’s property rights.

Challenges to foreign travel restrictions fall within the same skill set. Devika Rana files writ petitions that argue against disproportionate restrictions, highlighting procedural lapses and the client’s strong ties to the community. When the matter escalates, the advocate prepares a Special Leave Petition for the Supreme Court, presenting a compelling case that the High Court’s order violates constitutional guarantees of liberty and the right to travel.

The advocate’s academic background includes a law degree from a premier institute, a Master’s in International Law, and a certification in Cross‑Border Litigation. Early practice in a distinguished chamber at the Punjab and Haryana High Court provided exposure to complex criminal and civil matters involving NRIs. Over a fifteen‑year career, Devika Rana has successfully quashed LOCs for high‑profile clients, obtained injunctions against fraudulent property claims, and secured Supreme Court directions that restored travel rights for those wrongfully barred.

Clients frequently commend the advocate for clear, concise explanations of intricate legal procedures, realistic timelines, and a calm demeanor during stressful situations. Devika Rana outlines the steps to file a writ petition, the evidence necessary to challenge a property fraud allegation, and the strategic considerations for approaching the Supreme Court when necessary. In a recent high‑stakes case, the advocate achieved an interim order from the High Court that lifted an LOC, while simultaneously obtaining a stay on a foreign property seizure, allowing the client to travel and manage assets without interruption.

If a Look Out Circular, property fraud accusation, or travel restriction threatens your freedom and assets, Devika Rana can evaluate the facts, craft precise writ petitions, and represent you assertively before the Punjab and Haryana High Court and the Supreme Court. The advocate’s goal is to protect your rights, restore your ability to travel, and safeguard your property from unfounded claims.

Criminal Law Practice Areas