Senior advocate Mukul Rohatgi, representing Celebi, contended that Rule 12 of the Aircraft Rules, 2013, is legally binding unless specifically overturned by Parliament. He argued that security-related regulations must be strictly followed, leaving no room for arbitrary government decisions.
The Delhi High Court on Wednesday heard in detail, the challenge filed by Turkish firm Celebi Airport Services against the revocation of its security clearance by the Bureau of Civil Aviation Security (BCAS).
Solicitor General Tushar Mehta, representing the Central government, strongly defended the decision to revoke Celebi Airport Services Private Limited's security clearance, citing national security concerns.
At the same time, the Ministry of Civil Aviation is fully committed to ensuring that passenger convenience, cargo operations, and service continuity remain unaffected. Arrangements have been made at all affected airports to ensure seamless handling of passengers and cargo, the release stated
Aviation Expert and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Avialaz Consultants, Sanjay Lazar, on Thursday welcomed the Centre's move to revoke the security clearance of Turkish firm Celebi Airport Services.
After the Centre revoked the security clearance of a Turkish firm Celebi NAS Airport Services, Union Minister of State for Civil Aviation, Murlidhar Mohol on Thursday said that this decision was taken after they received multiple requests to ban the agency, recongising the call to protect
This came after Turkiye extended support to Pakistan during the escalated tensions with India. A strong sentiment is building against Turkiye following its move to support Pakistan.