On April 22, 2026, the Karnataka High Court upheld a 'Leave India' notice against a French national who had been running a restaurant in Gokarna, Karnataka for 15 years on a tourist visa. The court ruled that foreign nationals do not possess the fundamental right to reside or conduct business in India under such visa conditions. The notice, issued by the Foreigners Regional Registration Officer (FRRO) on March 16, 2026, mandated the individual to leave India within seven days. The court clarified that protections under Article 21 of the Indian Constitution, which guarantees the right to life and personal liberty, do not extend to the right to engage in commercial activities for foreign nationals. The ruling also noted the French national's involvement in land disputes and potential threats to public order, reinforcing the decision to uphold the notice. The court dismissed the individual's claims of a violation of natural justice, stating that strict adherence to pre-decisional hearings is unnecessary in matters concerning visa regulations and public order. The authorities were authorized to enforce compliance with the order.