Delhi HC Sets Aside PRC Orders Due to Denial of Hearing on ICEGATE Glitch Claims

Delhi HC Addresses Natural Justice in Technical Glitch Cases

In a significant ruling, the Delhi High Court has set aside orders of the Preservation, Recovery, and Seizure Committee (PRC) that dismissed an exporter’s claims pertaining to technical glitches on the ICEGATE platform. The court ruled that the denial of a personal hearing violated the principles of natural justice.

The judgments highlighted that exporters must have their claims properly heard and considered, particularly when asserting that technical difficulties have impacted their operations. The court noted that such dismissals without appropriate hearings undermine the credibility of administrative processes.

This ruling holds major implications for exporters, as it reinforces their rights to have claims adequately considered. Legal counsel representing clients in customs and trade matters should take note of this ruling, as it prioritizes fair administrative proceedings and encourages transparency.