Lalit Modi Apologizes for 'Fugitives' Video with Vijay Mallya Amid Backlash

• Lalit Modi issued an apology for a social media video featuring Vijay Mallya.
• In the video, Modi referred to himself and Mallya as "the two biggest fugitives of India."
• The video, posted on Instagram for Mallya's birthday, sparked widespread criticism and outrage.
• Modi stated his remarks were "misconstrued" and not intended to offend the Indian government, for whom he has "highest respect."
• The apology follows the Ministry of External Affairs' reiteration to pursue economic offenders.

Why It Matters: Lalit Modi apologizes for controversial 'fugitives' video with Vijay Mallya after public outcry.