MUMBAI — The Bombay High Court has scheduled a hearing for October 26 to consider a legal plea filed by actor Imran Khan challenging an official directive ordering him to exit the country, according to reporting by Live Law.
The matter came before the court following the issuance of a Leave India notice served against the actor. Khan subsequently moved the high court seeking judicial intervention and relief against the enforcement of the order.
High Court Schedules Hearing
The court listed the application for late October, establishing a date to evaluate the legal arguments presented in Khan's petition. The bench is expected to examine the grounds upon which the authorities issued the departure directive, as well as the constitutional and procedural validity of the notice itself.
Legal representatives representing Khan approached the judiciary to halt any imminent steps by law enforcement or immigration officials. The upcoming hearing date allows both sides time to place their respective legal arguments and supporting documentation on the official record.
Challenge Against Departure Directive
Legal challenges involving departure notices generally center around citizenship documentation, visa compliance, or the administrative powers exercised by immigration authorities under central acts. Details regarding the specific arguments raised in Khan's plea are expected to be taken up in full when the matter proceeds before the court.
Until the scheduled proceedings on October 26, the high court remains seized of the petition, with further directions anticipated once the bench hears formal submissions from both the petitioner and the responding authorities.
