In a significant legal development, the Supreme Court has taken cognizance of a plea filed by an Overseas Citizen of India (OCI), seeking permission for her American husband and two children to enter Indian territory. The Central Government, relying on Intelligence Bureau reports, contends that the husband has been blacklisted from entering the country.
The petitioner argues that the Intelligence Bureau’s decision lacks proper adjudication and is, therefore, illegal. The Delhi High Court, responding to the petitioner’s plea, directed the Centre to provide the blacklisting order. The petitioner contends that the Intelligence Bureau’s decision lacked adherence to natural justice principles, as there was no opportunity for a hearing or intimation before the blacklisting.
Represented by advocate Varun Thakur, the petitioner emphasizes the husband’s OCI cardholder status, asserting that there is no provision for blacklisting OCI cardholders. The petitioner, currently residing outside India due to the husband’s blacklisting, underscores the urgency of revisiting the case and addressing the violation of natural justice principles.
The Supreme Court, issuing notice on the wife’s plea, has set the matter for further examination within three weeks, setting the stage for a legal battle that delves into the intricacies of national security and individual rights.
