Nirav Modi's Extradition Delayed Again Due to New Asylum Claim in the UK
‘Secret proceedings’ delay fugitive Nirav Modi’s extradition from UK to India again
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Nirav Modi, a fugitive wanted for defrauding Punjab National Bank, faces further delays in his extradition from the UK to India due to a new asylum claim. British authorities have cited 'secret proceedings' as the reason for the hold-up, despite India's assurances regarding his treatment upon return.
- 01Nirav Modi's extradition is delayed due to a new asylum claim.
- 02UK authorities have cited 'secret proceedings' as the reason for the delay.
- 03Modi has been in UK custody since March 2019 following India's extradition request.
- 04He is accused of defrauding Punjab National Bank of ₹6,498 crore (approximately $780 million USD).
- 05India has guaranteed Modi's treatment upon extradition, stating he will not face interrogation by agencies.
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Nirav Modi, a fugitive diamantaire accused of defrauding Punjab National Bank of ₹6,498 crore (approximately $780 million USD), faces another delay in his extradition from the UK to India due to a new asylum claim. British authorities have informed Indian officials that Modi cannot be extradited at this time because of 'secret proceedings'. This term typically refers to asylum pleas, and although Modi's previous application was rejected in 2022, Indian officials suspect he may attempt another claim citing humanitarian grounds. Modi has been in custody in the UK since his arrest on March 19, 2019, following India's extradition request. Despite the legal challenges, India has assured UK authorities that Modi will be treated fairly upon his return, with guarantees that he will not be interrogated by agencies and will face trial in court. The Enforcement Directorate has also attached assets worth ₹2,598 crore (approximately $312 million USD) linked to Modi under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act.
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The delay in Modi's extradition prolongs the legal battle and impacts India's efforts to recover lost funds from the fraud.
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