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Vijay Mallya Claims UK Travel Restrictions Prevent Return to India

Vijay Mallya says he's not a fugitive, UK travel ban prevents return.

Mumbai Alert · Politics Desk
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Politics Desk · Mumbai Alert News · Wed, 09 September 2026 at 09:32 am
Vijay Mallya Claims UK Travel Restrictions Prevent Return to India

Vijay Mallya, the alleged fugitive businessman, has claimed that he is legally prohibited from leaving the UK and is not a 'bhagoda' as he is often referred to. In a series of posts on social media, Mallya stated that he has been a permanent resident of the United Kingdom since 1992 and is currently barred from traveling to India due to legal restrictions.

Mallya's claims come after the Indian Government declared him a Fugitive Economic Offender (FEO) under the Fugitive Economic Offenders Act, 2018. The Ministry of External Affairs has stated that it remains committed to bringing economic offenders like Mallya back to India to face trial.

Mallya has also cited an affidavit filed by the Enforcement Directorate in the Bombay High Court, which reportedly shows that Rs 14,131.60 crore has been recovered from him. He claims that despite this, he is still referred to as a fraud who cheated banks.

The Indian Government has been trying to bring Mallya back to the country to face trial, but he has been living in the UK since 1992. The Ministry of External Affairs has said that it is in talks with several governments to facilitate the return of fugitives like Mallya.

Mallya's case has been a high-profile one, with many calling for his return to India to face trial. The Enforcement Directorate has attached his assets and funds, which Mallya claims has prevented him from paying his employees.

The Fugitive Economic Offenders Act, 2018, was passed to prevent economic offenders from fleeing the country and to confiscate their assets. Mallya is one of the 15 individuals who have been declared FEOs under this act.

The case against Mallya is ongoing, with the Indian Government working to bring him back to the country to face trial. Mallya's claims of being legally prohibited from leaving the UK have sparked a new debate about his case and the efforts to bring him back to India.

The Indian Government's commitment to bringing economic offenders back to the country is a significant step towards tackling corruption and ensuring that those who commit economic crimes are held accountable. Mallya's case is a test of this commitment, and it remains to be seen how it will unfold.

In the meantime, Mallya's social media posts have sparked a new wave of discussion about his case, with many calling for him to return to India to face trial. The case against Mallya is a complex one, with many layers of legalities involved, but the Indian Government remains committed to bringing him back to the country.

The outcome of Mallya's case will have significant implications for India's efforts to tackle economic crime and corruption. If Mallya is successfully brought back to India to face trial, it will be a major victory for the Indian Government and a significant step towards ensuring that economic offenders are held accountable.

The case against Mallya is also a reminder of the importance of international cooperation in tackling economic crime. The Indian Government's efforts to bring Mallya back to the country are a testament to the growing global commitment to tackling corruption and ensuring that those who commit economic crimes are held accountable.

In conclusion, Vijay Mallya's claims of being legally prohibited from leaving the UK have sparked a new debate about his case and the efforts to bring him back to India. The Indian Government remains committed to bringing economic offenders like Mallya back to the country to face trial, and the outcome of his case will have significant implications for India's efforts to tackle economic crime and corruption.

Frequently asked questions

What is Vijay Mallya's current status in the UK?

Vijay Mallya is a permanent resident of the UK and claims to be legally prohibited from leaving the country.

What is the Indian Government's stance on Vijay Mallya's case?

The Indian Government remains committed to bringing Vijay Mallya back to India to face trial and has declared him a Fugitive Economic Offender under the Fugitive Economic Offenders Act, 2018.

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