Swagatika Grewal

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You are an NRI facing a criminal proclamation or travel restriction that threatens your ability to return to India or move abroad. The Punjab and Haryana High Court holds the power to lift such orders, but the process demands a lawyer who understands both Indian criminal law and the complexities of cross‑border issues. Swagatika Grewal offers that specialized expertise, handling NRI proclamation quashing, criminal complaint defence, and challenges to foreign travel bans.

Swagatika Grewal earned a law degree from the National Law School of India University and completed a postgraduate diploma in International Law. After qualifying as an advocate at the Punjab and Haryana High Court, the lawyer worked with a multinational legal firm that represented overseas clients in high‑profile criminal matters. This background equips Swagatika to navigate jurisdictional hurdles, coordinate with foreign counsel, and address the unique concerns of NRI clients.

When a proclamation declares an individual a proclaimed offender, the consequences include asset freezes, passport seizures, and a loss of professional credibility. Swagatika regularly assists NRIs in filing petitions that demonstrate the proclamation was issued without sufficient evidence or due process. By presenting comprehensive affidavits, foreign residence proofs, and expert opinions, the advocate has successfully secured quashing orders that restore full legal standing for clients spread across the United States, Canada, and the Gulf states.

Defending a criminal complaint for an NRI adds another layer of difficulty, especially when the alleged offence took place abroad. Swagatika’s approach blends meticulous fact‑finding with a deep grasp of the Indian Penal Code and relevant international treaties. The advocate prepares defence briefs that highlight jurisdictional errors, lack of substantive proof, and any procedural violations during the investigation. Clients have benefited from reduced charges, dismissals, or favorable settlement terms thanks to this thorough defence strategy.

Travel restrictions imposed on NRIs can disrupt personal and professional plans. Swagatika can help challenge such orders by arguing that the restrictions are disproportionate, unsupported by concrete evidence, or conflict with fundamental rights. The advocate drafts detailed petitions, gathers travel itineraries, and obtains supporting statements from employers and family members, convincing the High Court to lift the bans.

All of these services are delivered with regular updates, clear explanations of legal options, and a commitment to safeguarding the client’s reputation and mobility. Swagatika stays abreast of recent Supreme Court judgments on NRI rights and the latest procedural rules of the Punjab and Haryana High Court, ensuring that each petition is grounded in the strongest legal authority.

If an NRI proclamation or travel restriction is jeopardizing your life abroad, you deserve a lawyer who can fight for the quashing of those orders and defend your criminal complaints with skill and determination. Swagatika Grewal provides that focused, results‑driven representation, turning complex cross‑border challenges into manageable legal solutions.

Criminal Law Practice Areas