Power of revocation of detention orders not vested with detaining authority under COFEPOSA Act

Smt. Rama Raju Vs Joint Secretary Cofeposa (Karnataka High Court) Karnataka High Court held that the power of revocation of detention orders is specifically vested with the Central Government and not with the detaining authority under Section 11 of the Conservation of Foreign Exchange and Prevention of Smuggling Activities Act, 1974 [COFEPOSA Act]. Facts- Smt. Harshavardhini Ranya, was intercepted on 03.03.2025 at the Green Channel at Kempegowda International Airport, Bengaluru, while attempting to exit without declaration. A personal search revealed 17 foreign-marked gold bars weighing app...