Delhi HC Seeks CBI Stand on Karti Chidambaram's Plea in Chinese Visa Scam Case

• Delhi High Court sought CBI's response on Karti Chidambaram's plea challenging corruption and conspiracy charges in the Chinese visa scam.
• Justice Manoj Jain refused to stay trial court proceedings but issued notice for a reply by February 12.
• Karti Chidambaram's counsel argued no case was made out, citing absence of public servants in bribe allegations and reliance on an approver's statement.
• The trial court had ordered framing of charges against Karti Chidambaram and six others on December 23, 2025, for criminal conspiracy and corruption.
• The CBI alleged Karti Chidambaram facilitated visas for Chinese workers of TSPL for a bribe of ₹50 lakh, routed through Bell Tools.

Why It Matters: Delhi HC seeks CBI's reply on Karti Chidambaram's challenge to charges in the Chinese visa scam.