New Delhi. Indian criminal defense lawyer Vijay Aggarwal, who represented fugitive businessman Mehul Choksi, has been detained in Britain for alleged immigration violation. According to reports, British immigration officials have A property located in Mayfair area Inspection was conducted, after which Aggarwal was taken into custody.
It is being told that at the time of the officers' action, some junior lawyers associated with Aggarwal's firm were also present in the premises. However, no public official confirmation has yet come from the British authorities in this entire matter.
What is the allegation regarding work permit?
Reports have claimed that Vijay Aggarwal has been arrested in Britain. Engaging in professional activities without the required work permit and alleged violations of other immigration regulations.
However, it is important to clarify that there is currently no independent official confirmation of his detention or charges publicly available. of britain Home Office, Border Force, Metropolitan Police or any court There has been no confirmation in this regard either.
What is Vijay Aggarwal's connection with Mehul Choksi?
Vijay Aggarwal's name is the most Legal matters of Mehul Choksi Has been in discussion due to. Choksi is a wanted businessman in India in the Punjab National Bank (PNB) fraud case.
Aggarwal has represented Choksi in several legal proceedings in India. He has presented Choksi's side in the cases related to his extradition at various forums including the Bombay High Court.
Even after Choksi's arrest in Belgium, Aggarwal remained associated with his legal team. While opposing the extradition, issues like human rights, prison conditions and Choksi's health needs have been raised on their behalf.
Been associated with many high-profile cases including PNB scam.
Apart from the Choksi case, Vijay Aggarwal's legal practice has also been associated with major economic crimes and corporate matters. that close Punjab National Bank fraud case of $1.8 billion Has been associated with the legal proceedings of the defense side.
Also his name 2G spectrum case It has also come up in legal matters related to.
Many questions still remain to be answered
The biggest question at present regarding the alleged action taken in Britain is on what basis did the authorities take action against the Mayfair property and which immigration rules has Aggarwal actually been accused of breaking.
Claims related to detention and alleged violations remain pending until formal information comes from British authorities or a court. Must be viewed as reports only.