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Belgian Court Adjourns Mehul Choksi’s Plea Challenging Arrest

The fugitive diamond merchant remains in custody as India intensifies efforts to secure his extradition in the ₹13,500 crore PNB fraud case.

Mehul Choksi demanded his immediate release, citing irregularities in the arrest procedures.
Setback for Mehul Choksi, Belgium court adjourns plea challenging arrest
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Overview

  • Mehul Choksi, a key accused in the ₹13,500 crore Punjab National Bank scam, was arrested in Belgium on April 12, 2025, following an extradition request from Indian authorities.
  • The Belgian Court of Appeal has adjourned Choksi’s second plea challenging the legality of his arrest, with no date set for the next hearing.
  • Choksi’s legal team argues that his arrest violated due process and natural justice, demanding his immediate release over procedural irregularities.
  • Indian authorities have issued additional non-bailable warrants in related fraud cases to strengthen their extradition bid.
  • Choksi, citing health concerns and alleging political motives, plans to continue contesting extradition while remaining in Belgian custody.