The long-running Rs 200 crore alleged extortion and money laundering case took another significant turn after Delhi's Patiala House Court directed the framing of charges against alleged conman Sukesh Chandrashekhar, his wife Leena Maria Paul, Bollywood actor Jacqueline Fernandez and several others. The development marks a fresh stage in one of India's most closely watched financial crime investigations.
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Court Directs Framing Of Charges
In proceedings held at the Patiala House Court, charges were ordered to be framed against Sukesh Chandrashekhar, Leena Maria Paul, Jacqueline Fernandez and others in the alleged money laundering case connected to the Rs 200 crore fraud matter.
The court also framed charges against Sukesh Chandrashekhar, Leena Maria Paul and other accused in a separate case under the Maharashtra Control of Organised Crime Act (MCOCA), which is linked to the alleged Rs 200 crore extortion case.
The matter has now been scheduled for the formal signing of charges on June 3.
Case Originated From Delhi Police Complaint
The investigation stems from a case registered by Delhi Police following a complaint filed by Aditi Singh. The alleged extortion and money laundering case has remained under scrutiny for several years, drawing widespread public and media attention due to the high-profile names associated with it.
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Sukesh Chandrashekhar Granted Bail Earlier This Year
Earlier in April, a Delhi court granted bail to Sukesh Chandrashekhar in the Rs 200 crore money laundering case. While allowing the plea, the court observed that keeping an accused behind bars for an excessively prolonged period infringes upon the fundamental rights to personal liberty and a speedy trial.
The court further noted that continued detention without substantial progress in the trial process runs contrary to the principles of justice. Based on those observations, Chandrashekhar was granted bail subject to specified conditions, according to ANI.