Shravani Kalita

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An accusation under the NDPS Act can lead to immediate detention, loss of liberty, and even preventive detention orders that limit personal freedom. When you or a loved one faces such severe measures, the first question is how to challenge the arrest, secure bail, and protect constitutional rights. Shravani Kalita is a Chandigarh lawyer who specializes in NDPS Appeals, Anticipatory Bail, and Preventive Detention Writ Petitions before the Punjab and Haryana High Court and the Supreme Court of India.

Shravani Kalita has devoted more than a decade to defending individuals accused of drug‑related offenses. The practice focuses on three critical interventions: filing appeals against NDPS convictions, obtaining anticipatory bail to prevent arrest, and filing writ petitions to contest preventive detention. The lawyer combines courtroom advocacy with a deep understanding of constitutional safeguards.

If you have already been arrested, an NDPS appeal may be your best route to overturn a conviction. Shravani Kalita reviews trial records, identifies legal errors, and prepares a compelling appeal that highlights misapplication of law, lack of evidence, or procedural violations. In recent appeals, the lawyer has secured the reversal of wrongful convictions and significant reductions in penalties.

When the police are about to file a charge sheet, an anticipatory bail petition can stop the arrest before it happens. Shravani Kalita can explain the criteria for such a petition, gather character references, and demonstrate that the accused poses no flight risk or threat to public safety. The lawyer has successfully obtained anticipatory bail for clients facing serious NDPS allegations, allowing them to continue working and supporting their families while the case proceeds.

Preventive detention orders are a particularly harsh tool, often imposed without a trial. Shravani Kalita regularly assists clients in filing writ petitions under Article 32 or Article 226 of the Constitution to challenge these orders. The lawyer argues that the detention lacks sufficient justification, breaches fundamental rights, and must be reviewed by a higher court. Several writ petitions have resulted in the immediate release of detainees and the quashing of unlawful detention orders.

Both the Punjab and Haryana High Court and the Supreme Court of India are accustomed to Shravani Kalita’s precise and persuasive submissions. The lawyer prepares concise pleadings, cites relevant precedents, and presents factual matrices that resonate with the bench. This approach has earned favorable rulings and a reputation for meticulous advocacy.

Clients appreciate the lawyer’s transparent communication. Shravani Kalita explains each legal option, outlines realistic expectations, and keeps families informed at every stage. The lawyer also collaborates with forensic experts and investigators to challenge the evidence used to support NDPS charges.

If you need a lawyer who can help you navigate appeals, secure anticipatory bail, or fight a preventive detention order, consider a professional with proven success in both the High Court and the Supreme Court. Shravani Kalita can evaluate your situation, file the appropriate petition, and work relentlessly to protect your liberty and constitutional rights.

Criminal Law Practice Areas