Belgium Confirms Fugitive Mehul Choksi's Presence, Monitors Extradition Case
Indian authorities push for extradition of the businessman accused in the ₹13,500 crore PNB fraud, as Belgium acknowledges his residency status.
- Belgium's Federal Public Service Foreign Affairs has confirmed awareness of Mehul Choksi's presence in Antwerp and is closely monitoring the case.
- Choksi, wanted in India for his alleged role in the ₹13,500 crore Punjab National Bank fraud, reportedly used fabricated documents to secure Belgian residency.
- Indian authorities have requested Choksi's extradition to India, but no formal action has yet been reported by Belgium's justice department.
- Choksi, previously based in Antigua and Barbuda, left the island citing medical treatment needs and is reportedly planning a move to Switzerland for further treatment.
- Choksi's nephew, Nirav Modi, who is also implicated in the PNB fraud, continues to contest extradition from the UK while lodged in a London jail.