Jacqueline Fernandes Seeks to Turn Approver in Sukesh Chandrasekhar Money Laundering Case

Bollywood actor Jacqueline Fernandes has filed an application to become an approver in the Sukesh Chandrasekhar-linked money laundering case. The Patiala House Court has issued a notice to the Enforcement Directorate, seeking a response by April 20. Legal arguments continue as Fernandes awaits permission to travel abroad.

The Patiala House Court has issued a notice to the Enforcement Directorate (ED) following actor Jacqueline Fernandes's request to become an approver in a Rs. 200 crore money laundering case associated with Sukesh Chandrasekhar. The court has directed the ED to respond by April 20.

Jacqueline Fernandes, an accused in the case for allegedly receiving gifts from Chandrasekhar derived from criminal proceeds, filed an application through her legal representative, Ashish Batra, and participated in the proceedings via video conferencing.

During the hearing, Special Public Prosecutor Atul Tripathi contended that other accused parties are not entitled to a notice of Fernandes's application, while opposition asserted their right due to ongoing arguments on charges. Meanwhile, Fernandes's request to travel internationally has been approved, pending her cooperation with the investigation.

(With inputs from agencies.)