Nirav Modi Seeks to Reopen Extradition Case
Fugitive diamond merchant Nirav Modi has approached the Westminster Court in London requesting the reopening of his extradition case to India. Modi, accused in the Punjab National Bank (PNB) scam, claims that if extradited, he may be interrogated by Indian agencies, raising concerns about potential torture or mistreatment.
The London court is scheduled to hear his petition on November 23, 2025.
Background: PNB Scam and Legal History
Nirav Modi, aged 54, is accused of embezzling over ₹6,498 crore from PNB through hundreds of fraudulent Letters of Undertaking (LoUs).
Modi was arrested in London on March 19, 2019, and has been imprisoned there for nearly six years.
The then-British Home Secretary Priti Patel ordered his extradition in April 2021.
Modi has already exhausted all legal appeals up to the UK Supreme Court.
Agencies Assure Modi Will Face Fair Trial
Experts and officials state that the investigating agencies may provide assurances to the UK court that Modi will be tried in accordance with Indian laws and will not be subjected to new questioning.
Modi will be housed in barrack 12 of Mumbai’s Arthur Road Jail, where there is no risk of violence, overcrowding, or abuse.
Medical facilities are available, and no new charges are expected.
All agencies involved agree that no further interrogation is needed, as the investigation is nearly complete.
What Happens Next?
The Westminster Court will review Nirav Modi’s petition on November 23, 2025, to determine whether his concerns about questioning and treatment warrant reopening the extradition case.
