Personal Jewellery of Non-Resident Passenger Not Liable for Confiscation: Delhi HC

Amal Krishna Vs Union of India & Ors. (Delhi High Court) The Delhi High Court ruled that Non-Resident Indians (NRIs) are entitled to benefits under the Baggage Rules, 2016, and cannot be denied exemptions for personal belongings. The case involved Amal Krishna, a UAE resident, who was traveling to India for a wedding when customs officials at Indira Gandhi International Airport seized his gold chain, weighing 28 grams and valued at ₹1,76,488. The customs authority imposed fines and warehousing charges, arguing that he did not declare the item. Krishna challenged the seizure, contending t...