Mumbai, Oct. 17 -- The US-based actor Imran Khan has moved the Bombay High Court challenging a notice directing him to leave India by October 28, arguing that the order issued by the Foreigners Regional Registration Office (FRRO) is arbitrary, disproportionate and unconstitutional.
In his writ petition, the 44-year-old actor has sought the quashing of the Leave India Notice (LIN) and an immediate stay on its implementation until the court decides the matter. He has also sought interim protection against any coercive action by the authorities.
The petition is likely to be mentioned before the High Court on Monday for an urgent hearing, given the October 28 deadline specified in the notice.
The legal challenge comes amid a controversy surr...