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High Court Seeks CBI Response on DHFL Finance Case Director’s Bail Plea

The High Court has taken a significant step in the ongoing DHFL finance case by issuing a notice to the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) and seeking its response regarding the bail petition of director Dheeraj Wadhawan on medical grounds. Justice Jyoti Singh presided over the hearing and adjourned it, awaiting the CBI’s response.

This development follows the rejection of Wadhawan’s bail plea by the Rouse Avenue Court last Friday, citing grounds of non-maintainability. The court directed the CBI to effect Wadhawan’s arrest after May 11, in accordance with the Supreme Court’s directive, and produce him before the agency on January 24.

Prior to this, the Bombay High Court had extended security cover to Dheeraj Wadhawan until May 11, which is set to expire on Saturday. Wadhawan, who was admitted to the hospital and underwent surgery, is currently undergoing treatment while recuperating at home.

The case against Dheeraj Wadhawan stems from allegations related to DHFL’s financial irregularities. As the legal proceedings unfold, the attention is not only on the intricacies of the case but also on the broader implications for the financial sector.

The decision of the High Court to solicit the CBI’s response regarding Wadhawan’s bail plea underscores the judicial scrutiny surrounding the case. It highlights the complexities involved and the judicial commitment to ensuring a fair and just legal process.

While the specifics of Wadhawan’s medical condition and the merits of his bail plea are subject to legal interpretation and investigation, the case continues to attract attention as a pivotal moment in the ongoing legal battle concerning financial accountability.

As the saga unfolds, stakeholders await further developments in this high-profile case, which could potentially set precedents and shape the future landscape of financial regulation and accountability in the country.

Kavya Bhatt

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