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IIE Digital Desk: A joint team comprising officials from the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI), Enforcement Directorate (ED), and National Investigation Agency (NIA) has embarked on a crucial mission to the United Kingdom. The primary objective of this joint expedition is to pursue the extradition proceedings of high-profile economic offenders, Vijay Mallya and Nirav Modi.

Vijay Mallya, the former liquor baron, and Nirav Modi, the diamond merchant, are both facing charges of financial irregularities and fraud in India. Mallya, wanted in connection with a loan default case amounting to a substantial sum, had fled to the UK, while Nirav Modi, implicated in the infamous Punjab National Bank scam, had also sought refuge in Britain.

The collaborative team's journey to the UK signifies a significant stride in India's relentless pursuit of justice against economic offenders who have sought refuge abroad. The coordinated efforts of the CBI, ED, and NIA underscore the government's commitment to bringing individuals accused of financial wrongdoing back to face the legal consequences in India.

The extradition process is anticipated to involve intricate legal procedures, with the joint team working closely with UK authorities to present a compelling case against Mallya and Modi. This international cooperation reflects the growing global resolve to combat economic offenses and ensure that individuals accused of financial crimes face the legal repercussions in the respective countries where the offenses occurred.

As the joint team engages in this crucial extradition mission, it adds another chapter to the ongoing efforts to hold economic offenders accountable and bring them back to face justice in their home country. The outcomes of this UK visit are awaited with keen interest, as they could potentially shape the trajectory of high-profile extradition cases involving Mallya and Modi.