Fugitives Lalit Modi, Vijay Mallya Mock India; MEA Vows Return After Viral Video

• A viral video shows fugitives Lalit Modi and Vijay Mallya partying in London, mocking India and calling themselves "the biggest fugitives."
• The Indian Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) reaffirmed its commitment to bringing them back, citing complex international legal processes for delays.
• MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal stated India is continuously in touch with concerned countries, and efforts are ongoing.
• The video, posted by Lalit Modi, showed them celebrating Mallya's 70th birthday, sparking widespread anger and criticism on social media.
• Vijay Mallya faces approx. 9,000 crore rupees fraud charges, while Lalit Modi faces IPL financial irregularities; both fled India years ago.

Why It Matters: India remains committed to extraditing Lalit Modi and Vijay Mallya despite their public mockery.