HC Orders Rs. 10 Lakh Compensation for Harassment of Chinese Woman by Custom Department

Cong Ling Chinese National Vs FRRO (Bombay High Court) Conclusion: Compensation of  Rs. 10 lakh against Customs Department’s actions underscored the severity of Ms. Ling’s ordeal and served as a reminder of the importance of procedural fairness and respect for fundamental rights, irrespective of nationality. Held: In the instant case, Ms. Cong Ling arrived in Mumbai due to a flight diversion and was found with 10 kg of gold in her possession. Ms. Ling was subsequently arrested under Sections 135(1)(a) and 135(1)(b) of the Customs Act, 1962, for allegedly smuggling gold into India....