Delhi HC Orders Release of Seized Gold with Reduced Fine and Penalty

Rohit Arora Vs Commissioner of Customs (Delhi High Court) The Delhi High Court addressed a petition filed by Rohit Arora seeking the execution of an Order-in-Appeal dated July 15, 2025, passed by the Commissioner of Customs (Appeals). The case originated from the seizure of one gold kada and one gold chain, totaling 52 grams and valued at ₹3,55,874/-, from the petitioner upon his arrival at IGI Airport on May 18, 2024. The initial Order-in-Original (OIO), dated December 19, 2024, passed by the Assistant Commissioner of Customs, declared the petitioner as an “ineligible passenger.̶...