Fri Jun 20 16:48:23 UTC 2025: **Summary:**
A Delhi court has approved the extradition of Naijil Paul, a British national of Indian origin, to the United Kingdom. Paul is wanted in Scotland to face charges of rape, sexual assault, and indecent communication involving three women. He fled to India after charges were framed against him. The court ordered that Paul remain in Tihar prison until the extradition is finalized.
**News Article:**
**Delhi Court Approves Extradition of British National to UK on Sexual Offense Charges**
**DELHI -** A Delhi court has granted permission for the extradition of Naijil Paul, a British national of Indian origin, to the United Kingdom to face trial on multiple sexual offense charges. The ruling, made public on June 20, 2025, follows a request from the UK government.
Paul is wanted by Scottish authorities for rape, sexual assault, and indecent communication allegedly involving three women. He reportedly fled to India after being formally charged in Scotland.
Additional Chief Judicial Magistrate Pranav Joshi, presiding over the case, granted the extradition request based on the Center’s order issued in December 2024. The court determined that a prima facie case exists against Paul, justifying his return to the UK to stand trial before the High Court of Judiciary at Glasgow, Scotland.
“Union of India is requested to extradite the FC, Naijil Paul, to the Government of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland to stand trial for indictment charges against the FC before the High Court of Judiciary at Glasgow, Scotland, through diplomatic channels,” the court stated.
Paul will remain in Tihar prison until all extradition formalities are completed.
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