Kushal Ranganathan

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You are an NRI who has learned that a proclamation or an order branding you as a proclaimed offender has been issued, freezing your passport and restricting your travel. In that urgent situation, Kushal Ranganathan stands ready as the advocate who can lift those shackles in the Punjab and Haryana High Court.

Kushal regularly assists NRIs in quashing proclamation and proclaimed offender orders that have been erroneously issued. The lawyer scrutinises the underlying investigation report, checks for procedural lapses, and prepares a petition that demonstrates either lack of substantive evidence or violation of the NRI’s right to a fair hearing. By highlighting jurisdictional gaps and invoking Supreme Court pronouncements on proportionality, the advocate often secures an immediate stay and eventual dismissal of the proclamation.

When an Indian passport is impounded on a writ petition, the consequences can be career‑changing and emotionally draining. Kushal can help by filing a writ of certiorari that challenges the legality of the impoundment. The lawyer gathers diplomatic correspondences, airline records, and proof of compliance with Indian tax and property regulations to argue that the passport has been seized without due process. The advocate presents these facts before the High Court, seeking restoration of the passport and permission to travel abroad.

Travel restrictions imposed on NRIs often stem from alleged tax evasion, pending investigations, or misconstrued financial disclosures. Kushal has handled numerous challenges to such restrictions by preparing comprehensive affidavits, commissioning forensic audits, and filing applications that contest the factual basis of the order. The lawyer argues that the restrictions are disproportionate, that the applicant has complied with all statutory obligations, and that the order threatens the client’s right to family life and professional commitments abroad.

The lawyer’s practice follows a disciplined roadmap. First, a confidential fact‑finding interview captures the client’s situation and documents. Next, Kushal engages with tax experts, immigration consultants, and forensic analysts to build a factual matrix. The advocate then drafts precise petitions, files them within the statutory window, and appears before the Punjab and Haryana High Court to argue for relief. Throughout the process, the lawyer maintains clear communication, updates the client on procedural developments, and prepares for any appellate steps if required.

Clients repeatedly praise Kushal for turning seemingly intractable NRI cases into successful outcomes. The lawyer has secured the quashing of proclamation orders in more than seventy instances, restored passports for dozens of NRIs, and removed travel bans that threatened professional opportunities abroad. By choosing this advocate, you gain a partner who can explain the legal nuances, map out a realistic timeline, and fight vigorously to protect your freedom of movement and international reputation.

Criminal Law Practice Areas