Bombay HC Cancels Non-Bailable Warrant Against Arjun Rampal in Tax Evasion Case

The Bombay High Court quashed a non-bailable warrant issued against actor Arjun Rampal in a 2019 income tax case under Section 276C(2) of the Income Tax Act, for alleged wilful tax evasion. 

The Court found the April 9, 2025, order by the Ballard Pier Magistrate "mechanical" and "cryptic," passed despite Rampal's exemption plea and vakalatnama submission. Since the offence is bailable, the Court ruled the warrant unjustified.

While proceedings will continue on merits, the Court clarified that the next hearing on Rampal's challenge to the 2019 process issuance is scheduled for June 16.

The Income Tax Department must file its reply.