Court Orders Passport Return
Rhea Chakraborty received her passport back after it was seized in 2020 by the Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB).
The bombay high court (HC) directed the NCB to restore her passport, citing no reason to doubt her intentions.
Justice Neela Gokhale, heading the bench, approved the return with specific conditions.
Rhea’s Reaction
Rhea shared her joy on Instagram, posting a photo holding her passport.
Captioned: “Patience was my only passport for the past 5 years. Countless battles. Endless hope. Today, I hold my passport again. Ready for my Chapter 2! Satyameva Jayate.”
Celebrities like Karishma Tanna, Fatima sana Shaikh, and vikrant massey congratulated her.
Passport Return Conditions
Must attend every hearing unless exempted by the trial court.
Required to provide travel details (flight and hotel) to the prosecution at least four days before leaving India.
Must share mobile number, keep phone active, and notify probe agencies immediately upon return.
Background
Rhea was taken into NCB custody on september 8, 2020, in connection with a drugs case linked to sushant singh Rajput’s death on june 14, 2020.
She was granted bail under the condition of surrendering her passport.
The passport seizure had restricted her ability to pursue professional assignments abroad.
Legal Proceedings
Recently, Rhea filed a fresh plea through her lawyer, Ayaz Khan, requesting the return of her passport.
Her counsel highlighted that Rhea had complied with all court instructions in the past and would continue to do so in the future.
Significance
The return of the passport marks a personal and professional milestone for Rhea.
The actress considers this moment a triumph, reflected in her use of “Satyameva Jayate” — truth alone triumphs.
Signals the beginning of her “Chapter 2” in her career and personal life.
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