DNA Examination Exposes Publicly Shared Music Video by Wanted Businessmen Lalit Modi and Vijay Mallya, Inciting Public Irritation
In a move that has sparked outrage across India, two prominent businessmen, Lalit Modi and Vijay Mallya, have been caught on camera partying together in London. The video, posted on Lalit Modi's Instagram account, shows the duo singing along to Frank Sinatra's "I Did It My Way," a song that has been interpreted as a defiant stance against ongoing investigations in India.
The video has been viewed as a direct taunt to Indian law enforcement agencies and has fueled public and political debate about the fugitives' impunity and selective justice. Lalit Modi, the former commissioner of the Indian Premier League, is facing investigations and charges related to money laundering, bid manipulation, and violations under the Foreign Exchange Management Act (FEMA). Vijay Mallya, a former liquor baron and airline tycoon, is accused of fraud, money laundering, and defaulting on bank loans amounting to more than ₹9,000 crore.
The amount of money involved in the corruption by these two individuals is shocking, equivalent to the annual income of 478,234 Indians. The statistic underscores the stark contrast between bank penalties and high-profile fraud. While ordinary people face penalties for falling even one rupee below the minimum balance, these fugitives continue to lead an extravagant lifestyle abroad.
Sixty-eight percent of borrowers are at risk of defaulting at any time, and 75% of Indians do not have an emergency fund to pay EMIs in case of difficulties. The video of the party has served as a reminder that action should be taken against fugitives like Modi and Mallya to prevent them from partying or sleeping peacefully while millions of Indians struggle to pay their EMIs due to job loss, illness, or other reasons.
The party, which had around 310 guests in attendance, included the famous cricketer Chris Gayle. The video has been widely criticised, with many viewing it as a sign of impunity and selective justice. Critics argue that repaying bank dues does not negate their criminal charges, and that both should face the law of the land rather than flaunting their freedom overseas.
While supporters of Mallya argue that he has settled many of his debts, the question remains as to why he has not been welcomed back for legal resolution. The controversy centres on the tension between these high-profile fugitives living comfortably in London despite facing serious corruption and financial crime charges in India, and the ongoing struggle of Indian authorities to bring them to justice. Their conspicuous partying has intensified public scrutiny and debate over political will and judicial processes related to white-collar crimes involving influential individuals.
- The video of the party in London, featuring celebrities like Lalit Modi, Vijay Mallya, and Chris Gayle, has sparked a national debate in India about the fugitives' impunity and selective justice.
- The statistic showing the amount of money involved in the corruption by Modi and Mallya is shocking, equivalent to the annual income of 478,234 Indians, highlighting the stark contrast between government penalties and high-profile fraud.
- The controversy surrounding Modi and Mallya's luxurious lifestyle abroad, while millions of Indians grapple with financial difficulties, has led to a call for action to ensure that fugitives like them face justice and do not continue to party unrestrained.
