Updated Jan 23, 2021 | 10:26 IST
Vijay Mallya applied for alternative route or asylum in the UK despite a British court ruling in favour of India s extradition request. Fugitive businessman Vijay Mallya seeks UK asylum | Photo Credit: PTI
Key Highlights
Vijay Mallya through his counsel told a UK court that he is exploring alternate route to avoid extradition to India
UK Extradition Act, 2003, states that extradition proceedings cannot continue if defendant seeks asylum protection
Mallya also sought release of £2.3 million from funds parked with UK court for living expenses and increased legal fees
London: Fugitive businessman Vijay Mallya admitted in a UK court that he is seeking “alternate route” to avoid extradition to India.