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The Delhi High Court has closed a petition filed by former actor Celina Jaitly searching for consular access to satisfy her brother, Vikrant Jaitly, who’s currently being held within the United Arab Emirates. The court took the choice after being informed that Vikrant had chosen not to speak along with his sister and preferred that any legal decisions regarding his case be taken only after consulting his wife.
Delhi High Court closes Celina Jaitly’s petition over brother’s detention in United Arab Emirates
The matter was heard on March 16 by Justice Purushaindra Kumar Kaurav, who observed that there was no reason to maintain the petition pending in light of the developments.
Throughout the hearing, authorities informed the court that Vikrant had already been granted consular access but had declined legal assistance. As a part of the petition, Celina had requested that authorities help arrange legal expenses for her brother. Addressing this request, the court recorded that the matter had been communicated to him.
“Petitioner prayed that respondent assists in securing legal expenses for Mr Jaitly. As per the court direction, the aforesaid aspect was dropped at the notice of Mr Jaitly, who in his interaction with the officials has unequivocally stated that he is just not willing to be represented by any of the law firm,” the court noted.
The court was further informed that a law firm had offered to represent him on a professional bono basis. Nonetheless, Vikrant didn’t comply with the proposal. “The court directed the officers to bring to the notice of Jaitly that Khalid Almari law firm is willing to supply pro bono legal assistance to him. Even the said request has not been acceded to by Jaitly,” the order stated.
Along with searching for legal assistance for her brother, Celina had also asked authorities to facilitate direct communication with him. In response to the knowledge placed before the court, Vikrant declined that request as well.
Throughout the proceedings, Vikrant’s wife also urged the court to make sure that further details related to the case aren’t made public. The court noted that state authorities are continuing their efforts in consultation with him.
While disposing of the matter, the court directed authorities to stay in touch with Vikrant and extend any assistance which may be available under the law. “In view of the facts and developments, there isn’t a reason to maintain this petition pending,” the court stated while concluding the case.
Vikrant Jaitly has reportedly been detained within the United Arab Emirates since September 6, 2024.
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