NEW DELHI: Delhi HC has set aside Centre's decision to blacklist several Haj Group Organisers (HGOs) over alleged violations of Haj Policy , 2023.
Justice Sanjeev Narula , hearing pleas of over 15 organisers, noted that showcause notices issued to petitioners had "vague language". On that ground, the blacklisting orders were legally unsustainable and in violation of the principles of natural justice, he said.
Last year, the ministry of minority affairs had blacklisted the petitioners from applying for registration as HGO for periods ranging from five to 15 years, effective from Haj-2024. It had also ordered forfeiture of their security deposits. The notices were issued in May, 2023, following a complaint alleging cartelisation and black marketing of HGO seats.
Justice Sanjeev Narula , hearing pleas of over 15 organisers, noted that showcause notices issued to petitioners had "vague language". On that ground, the blacklisting orders were legally unsustainable and in violation of the principles of natural justice, he said.
Last year, the ministry of minority affairs had blacklisted the petitioners from applying for registration as HGO for periods ranging from five to 15 years, effective from Haj-2024. It had also ordered forfeiture of their security deposits. The notices were issued in May, 2023, following a complaint alleging cartelisation and black marketing of HGO seats.
