Prominent Businessman Arrested at Delhi Airport
Samir Modi, 55, a prominent Indian businessman and the brother of fugitive entrepreneur Lalit Modi, was arrested by Delhi Police on Thursday, September 18, 2025, at the Indira Gandhi International Airport. The arrest occurred as he returned from abroad, reportedly while attempting to board a flight. Modi faces charges related to an alleged rape case, with an FIR registered against him on September 10, 2025.
Details of the Allegations and Charges
The arrest follows a complaint filed by a woman, identified by police sources as Modi's former live-in partner and a former employee of Godfrey Phillips India. The complainant alleges that Modi repeatedly sexually assaulted, threatened, and deceived her since 2019. She claims an initial incident occurred in December 2019 at his New Friends Colony residence, and that he made false promises of marriage despite being already married. The charges against Modi include rape and criminal intimidation, filed under Sections 376 and 506 of the Indian Penal Code (IPC).
Modi's Defense and Legal Proceedings
Following his arrest, Samir Modi was produced before a Delhi court and remanded to one day of judicial custody, with another court appearance scheduled for Friday. His legal counsel, Advocate Simran Singh of Sakura Advisory, has vehemently denied the allegations, stating they are 'false and concocted' and part of an 'ulterior motive of extracting money'. Modi's lawyers claim the complainant had allegedly demanded ₹50 crore as a settlement. Furthermore, Modi had reportedly filed his own complaints of extortion and blackmail against the woman on August 8 and 13, 2025.
Business Background and Family Disputes
Samir Modi is the founder and managing director of direct-selling company Modicare, and the son of Bina Modi, chairperson of Godfrey Phillips India. He is also the younger brother of Lalit Modi, the former chairman of the Indian Premier League (IPL), who is currently a fugitive. This arrest adds another chapter to the long-standing and often public family and corporate disputes within the Modi business empire, which include an inheritance battle and clashes with his mother and other directors of Godfrey Phillips India. Modi was previously ousted from the board of Godfrey Phillips India last year.
7 Comments
Habibi
This case presents a difficult situation where grave accusations meet a strong defense of ulterior motives. The courts have a complex task ahead to uncover the truth amidst these conflicting narratives.
Bermudez
While the allegations of sexual assault are extremely serious and demand thorough investigation, the defense's claims of extortion and blackmail also cannot be ignored and must be verified.
Africa
Arrested on allegations? What happened to innocent until proven guilty?
Coccinella
Sounds like a clear case of extortion, just as his lawyers stated.
ZmeeLove
This is likely just another chapter in their ongoing family drama, not actual justice.
Habibi
The article highlights both very serious personal allegations and deep-seated family business disputes. It's hard to separate the two, and both aspects will likely influence the public perception and legal proceedings.
Katchuka
Another rich man facing justice. Hope the victim gets what she deserves.