In a major step forward in one of India’s most closely watched financial crime cases, fugitive businessman Nirav Modi could soon be extradited from the United Kingdom, according to senior government sources familiar with the matter. Officials indicate that the process has entered its final phase, with operational preparations now underway to facilitate his return to India.

Teams from India’s federal investigative agency, the Central Bureau of Investigation, have already arrived in London. Their presence signals that the case has progressed beyond legal deliberations and is now moving toward execution. Authorities view this deployment as a critical step in coordinating the logistics required for extradition under UK procedures.

Sources say that most significant legal challenges in the United Kingdom have been resolved, removing key barriers that had delayed the process. Modi, who is wanted in connection with a multi-billion-dollar banking fraud case tied to the Punjab National Bank, has been contesting extradition through the British legal system for several years.

The latest developments suggest that the prolonged judicial phase may be nearing its conclusion. While final procedural formalities remain, officials believe the groundwork for extradition has largely been completed. If carried out, the move would mark a significant milestone in India’s efforts to bring back economic fugitives facing charges of financial misconduct.

Authorities have not publicly confirmed a specific timeline for Modi’s return, but the presence of investigative teams on the ground indicates that preparations are advancing swiftly. The case continues to draw international attention as an example of cross-border cooperation in tackling financial crime and enforcing accountability.