JUDGMENT AND ORDER (CAV)

(Rajesh Mazumdar, J)

We have heard the learned counsel, Mr. P. Surien, appearing for the petitioner, and we have also heard the learned Government Advocate, Ms. Inaholi.

2. Notice in this case was issued on 22.04.2026, requiring the Government Advocate to produce the records and also to file an affidavit. The affidavit on behalf of the State respondents has been filed, and the learned Government Advocate has produced the records.

3. In this application under Article 226 of the Constitution of India, the petitioner has assailed the detention imposed upon the petitioner by the order dated 27.02.2026, passed by the District Commissioner and Commissioner of Police, Dimapur, Nagaland, by invoking powers under the provisions of the National Security Act, 1980.

4. The facts as revealed from the records are that an FIR was lodged on 20.01.2026 with the Diphupar Police regarding a kidnapping, an attempt of illegal extortion and causing hurt and grievous hurt to the husband of the informant. Accordingly, Diphupar P.S. Case No. 04/2026 under Section 140 (2),(3)/351/308 (2)/131/127 (2)/3 (5) of BNS, read with 7/8 NSR was registered. The petitioner was arrested in conne