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Vanuatu is scrambling to cancel the citizenship of fugitive Indian ex-IPL boss Lalit Modi. Can it?
Lalit Modi was the man who founded the lucrative Indian Premier League, then fled India. Now, he's trying to ditch his Indian passport for Vanuatu's.
Vanuatu Citizenship Commission to await court verdict before decision on cancelling Lalit Modi's citizenship, say local media
Shortly after Vanuatu News outlet Vanuatu Post reported that the Prime Minister of the country, Jotham Napat, had asked the Citizenship Commission to cancel Lalit Modi's citizenship, the former IPL boss cited another news report which said that the commission would await the outcome of the court before making any decision.
Where Is Vanuatu Island? Why is Lalit Modi’s Passport Getting Canceled?
Vanuatu, a Pacific island nation, is known for its rich culture, stunning landscapes, and evolving citizenship policies, including recent reforms.
Lalit Modi moves Vanuatu court against his passport cancellation
Lalit Modi challenges Vanuatu government's decision to revoke his passport in court. Modi, currently in Vanuatu, has appealed the cancellation of his citizenship. India's high commission in London had refused his request to surrender his Indian passport.
All About Vanuatu, Which Rejected Lalit Modi
This question has been bothering many since former Indian Premier League chairman Lalit Modi announced that he was giving up his Indian passport and taking up the citizenship of Vanuatu. That was before Vanuatu cancelled Modi's passport, saying he was using it to try and avoid extradition to India.
‘Beautiful ocean in a beautiful country’: Lalit Modi posts from Vanuatu as PM Napat orders cancellation of passport
Vanuatu Prime Minister Jotham Napat on Monday directed the Citizenship Commission to cancel the passport issued to former Indian Premier League (IPL) founder Lalit Modi, saying that the fugitive was attempting to avoid his extradition.
Vanuatu PM orders cancellation of Lalit Modi’s passport: ‘…attempting to avoid extradition’
Lalit Modi stated last week that he wishes to surrender his Indian passport as he has acquired citizenship in Vanuatu.
Lalit Modi Faces Setback: Vanuatu Moves to Revoke Passport Over Extradition Concerns
In a significant blow to former IPL chief Lalit Modi, the government of Vanuatu has decided to revoke his passport, citing concerns that he obtained citizenship to evade extradition. The move comes after international media reports raised questions about his reasons for securing citizenship in the Pacific island nation.
Vanuatu: How much money do you need to get Lalit Modi-like citizenship in this island nation?
Vanuatu has gained attention among Indians after Lalit Modi applied for citizenship. The PM ordered to cancel his application due to legal issues. Citizenship can be acquired through investment with fees starting at $130,
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