Judicial Authority Rejects Fugitive Financier's Challenge to Summons Order in High-Profile Case

In a decisive judicial ruling, a Special CBI Court has rejected a petition filed by fugitive financier Mehul Choksi, thereby upholding a lower court's order summoning him to face legal proceedings. The ruling, delivered by Special Judge Dr. J.P. Darekar, affirms the earlier decision of the Additional Chief Judicial Magistrate at Mumbai's Esplanade Court. That initial order had taken cognizance of a police report and formally issued legal process against the accused. This development represents a significant procedural step in the ongoing legal pursuit of Choksi, a central figure in a major financial scandal. The court's rejection of the plea reinforces the judicial machinery's commitment to advancing the case, notwithstanding the accused's continued absence from the jurisdiction. Analysts view this as a reinforcement of institutional resolve, signaling that procedural challenges from individuals residing abroad will not impede the foundational stages of prosecution. The ruling maintains the legal momentum, ensuring the case remains on a formal judicial track as authorities continue broader efforts regarding extradition and asset recovery.