Calcutta High Court: In re Rahul Kumar

The Calcutta High Court recently delivered a significant order balancing the liberty of an individual against the investigative requirements of the Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI). In the matter of In re Rahul Kumar, the High Court directed the release of the petitioner on bail, but only after granting the investigating agency a specific ten-day window to complete necessary joint interrogations.

The case highlights the judicial approach toward custodial detention under the Customs Act, specifically when the investigation hinges on statements recorded under Section 108 and the arrest of co-accused individuals.

Factual Background of the Case

The proceedings arose from an application for bail filed by the petitioner, who had been taken into custody on 27.11.2025. The legal counsel for the petitioner, Mr. Edulji, Senior Advocate, argued that the continued detention of the assessee was unjustified.