The Delhi High Court is deliberating on the extension of interim bail for Lava’s Managing Director, Hari Om Rai, granted on medical grounds amidst his arrest by the Enforcement Directorate (ED) in connection with a money laundering case linked to Chinese mobile company Vivo. Rai, seeking a six-month extension due to his deteriorating heart condition, awaits the court’s decision. The hearing witnessed arguments from Rai’s counsel, Senior Advocate Vikas Pahwa, citing medical reports indicating severe health concerns, while the ED presented counterarguments. Justice Swarana Kanta Sharma, presiding over the case, reserved the order after considering both sides’ submissions.
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- Delhi High Court reserves decision on extending interim bail for Lava’s MD.
- Hari Om Rai arrested by ED in money laundering case.
- Rai seeks six-month extension of bail due to heart condition.
- Senior Advocate Vikas Pahwa presents medical evidence of Rai’s health decline.
- ED contests extension, emphasizing lack of life-threatening medical conditions.
- Justice Swarana Kanta Sharma reserves order after hearing arguments.
- Rai initially granted three-month interim bail on medical grounds.
- Rai’s medical reports highlight severe heart-related issues.
- Trial court previously denied interim bail citing adequate medical care in jail.
- Rai maintains innocence, asserts lack of involvement in alleged fraudulent activities
