Mehul Choksi Extradition: Centre Sends Assurances To Belgium Govt After Rights Concerns

Last Updated:September 08, 2025, 09:58 IST

The MHA has assured Belgium that Mehul Choksi’s rights will be protected if he is extradited to India, detailing specific material, medical, and procedural safeguards.

Fugitive businessman Mehul Choksi | File Image/ IANS

The Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) has sent a letter to Belgium’s Ministry of Justice providing assurances regarding the conditions under which fugitive diamantaire Mehul Choksi, a key accused in the multi-crore rupee Punjab National Bank (PNB) loan fraud case, would be held if extradited to India.

The letter details specific material, medical, and procedural safeguards intended to address human rights concerns raised during the extradition proceedings.

These assurances have been formulated in consultation with the Maharashtra government to ensure that Choksi’s rights are protected while complying with extradition protocols.

Choksi was arrested in Belgium in April following a formal request from Indian authorities.

He and his nephew, Nirav Modi, are the primary accused in the PNB fraud case, which involves fraudulent transactions.

In addition to this case, Choksi is reportedly wanted in connection with several other unrelated bank fraud investigations.

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Vani Mehrotra

Vani Mehrotra is the Deputy News Editor at News18.com. She has nearly 10 years of experience in both national and international news and has previously worked on multiple desks.

Vani Mehrotra is the Deputy News Editor at News18.com. She has nearly 10 years of experience in both national and international news and has previously worked on multiple desks.

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