Belgian Court Rejects Mehul Choksi’s Bail Plea, Says He’s a Flight Risk

A court in Belgium has rejected the bail plea of fugitive businessman Mehul Choksi.
The court cited his previous escape from Antigua as grounds for denial.
Choksi’s lawyer argued for health-based bail but was overruled.
He remains in Belgian custody under strict surveillance.
India is pursuing his extradition through diplomatic channels.
Officials say Choksi is wanted for multi-crore banking frauds.
He had recently claimed fear of persecution in India.
The judge ruled that his global flight record made him a risk.
This is a major legal setback for Choksi’s defense.
India has welcomed the ruling and continues efforts to bring him back.