US EditionDelhi HC to give judgement on Celebi's security clearance order tomorrow: What we know
DELHI, INDIA, JUL 6 – The court upheld revocation of security clearance citing national security risks after Turkey backed Pakistan in a military conflict, affecting over 10,000 employees, officials said.
- The Delhi High Court dismissed the petition by Turkish firm Celebi challenging the May 15, 2025, revocation of its security clearance in India.
- The cancellation of Celebi's security clearance was carried out by Indian authorities due to national security concerns linked to Turkey's diplomatic and military backing of Pakistan during the May India-Pakistan conflict.
- Celebi operates ground handling services at nine Indian airports, employing over 10,000 workers and investing more than $250 million over 17 years in India.
- Senior Advocate Mukul Rohatgi argued that Celebi was denied fair warning or proper reason, while Solicitor General Tushar Mehta said in national security matters, "either we act or we don't."
- The court’s dismissal upholds the revocation, risking job losses and operational disruptions amid ongoing legal challenges over terminated airport contracts across multiple states.
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Delhi HC Junks Turkish Firm's Plea Against Revocation of Security Clearance
Get latest articles and stories on India at LatestLY. The Delhi High Court on Monday dismissed Turkish-based firm Celebi's pleas challenging the revocation of its security clearance by aviation watchdog BCAS, saying there are "compelling national security considerations" involved. India News | Delhi HC Junks Turkish Firm's Plea Against Revocation of Security Clearance.
India Court Rejects Celebi’s Plea on Loss of Security Clearance
An Indian court rejected Turkish ground handling firm Celebi Hava Servisi AS’s plea against the revoking of its security clearance in India following Turkey’s support of Pakistan during an armed conflict between the South Asian neighbors earlier this year.
Delhi High Court to Rule on Celebi's Security Clearance Controversy
The Delhi High Court is set to rule on Celebi's petition against the revocation of its security clearance by the Bureau of Civil Aviation Safety (BCAS). The clearance was revoked after Turkey backed Pakistan. The court's decision follows arguments on aviation security threats and due process violations.
Setback for Celebi: Delhi HC dismisses Turkey-based firm’s plea seeking to set aside order revoking its security clearance
The Bureau of Civil Aviation Security had revoked the security clearance granted to Celebi Airport Services in the wake of public outrage over Turkey’s support for Pakistan amid the recent India-Pakistan conflict.
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