Following a viral video featuring Lalit Modi and Vijay Mallya, India has clarified that all fugitives will be brought back to the country through legal processes and brought to justice. The Ministry of External Affairs is continuously taking action.
New Delhi: A recent video featuring Lalit Modi and Vijay Mallya went viral on social media, in which Lalit Modi stated that they are the two biggest fugitives from India. This video and the accompanying taunt sparked widespread criticism in India. The Indian Ministry of External Affairs has clarified that India is committed to bringing all fugitives back under the law and that their cases will be tried in Indian courts.
Lalit Modi’s Controversial Post
On Monday, Lalit Modi posted a video on Instagram featuring himself and Vijay Mallya. In the video, he quipped that they are the two biggest fugitives from India. The post’s caption read, "Let me disrupt the internet again. Something for you guys. Burn your hearts out with envy." The post was later removed. This post ignited a debate among the Indian public and media about fugitives enjoying themselves despite the justice system in India.
Criticism in India
Following Lalit Modi’s post, debate intensified on social media and in the media. People questioned why the Indian government has not yet been successful in bringing these two fugitives, residing in the UK, back to India. Experts stated that such social media posts appear to be a challenge to the law and can affect the reputation of India’s justice system.
Statement from the Ministry of External Affairs
Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal told the media on Friday that the government is fully committed to bringing back anyone wanted by the law in India. He stated that talks are ongoing with the governments of several countries for this process and the necessary legal procedures are being completed.
Legal Complexities and Procedure
Jaiswal explained that legal complexities in such cases are multi-layered. This includes bilateral agreements between countries for extradition, court approvals, and adherence to legal documents. Despite this, the Indian government is fully committed to bringing these fugitives back to the country and bringing them to justice.
Commitment to Bringing Fugitives Back
The Ministry of External Affairs has clarified that fugitives such as Vijay Mallya and Lalit Modi are legally wanted. The Indian government is continuously working to ensure their extradition. For this, discussions with officials from various countries and legal processes are ongoing. The government’s objective is that no one should escape the law and everyone should be brought within the ambit of justice.
