Lalit Modi issues apology after ‘biggest fugitives of India’ remark in viral video with Vijay Mallya
The apology came days after India said it is committed to bringing back from abroad economic fugitives including Lalit Modi and Mallya to face the law in the country
Lalit Modi, the founder of the Indian Premier League (IPL), has recently acquired British citizenship, claiming it as his home for many years. In a post shared on social media accompanied by images from the citizenship ceremony at a London Town Hall, Modi announced his decision on November 14, 2026. He addressed the Oxford Union, sharing this very personal milestone publicly.
Modi left India in May 2010 following a suspension by the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) due to allegations of financial irregularities in the IPL. He has been under a non-bailable warrant since 2015 for failing to respond to summons by the Enforcement Directorate in a money laundering case. Modi insists he is not a "fugitive" as he has not been convicted of any criminal offence.
He expressed his pride in becoming a British citizen, describing the United Kingdom as his home for many years, and praising its people, institutions, traditions, and values. Becoming British is a privilege and a responsibility that he embraces with pride, gratitude, and a genuine sense of belonging. Modi looks forward to continuing to contribute positively to the country, stating it has shaped his life through various cultures and experiences.
He thanked his family, friends, and everyone who has been part of his journey, and praised the Oxford Union for hosting this memorable occasion.
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