Jailed conman Sukesh Chandrasekhar has approached a Delhi court offering a ₹217 crore settlement to complainant Aditi Singh in the ₹200-crore extortion case. Filed without admitting guilt, the plea seeks court permission to explore an amicable settlement subject to the complainant’s consent.
Jailed Conman Sukesh Chandrasekhar Seeks Settlement in ₹200-Cr Case
New Delhi: In a significant development in the high-profile ₹200 crore extortion case, accused Sukesh Chandrasekhar, currently in jail, has offered to pay ₹217 crore to the complainant, Aditi Singh. This offer was made through a petition filed in the Patiala House Court, which is scheduled for hearing on January 3, 2026. The matter is currently sub judice (under judicial consideration).
Sukesh Chandrasekhar, through his lawyer Anant Malik, filed this application in the court of Additional Sessions Judge (ASJ) Prashant Sharma. The petition states that the settlement offer is made "without prejudice" and should not be construed as an admission of guilt. The accused has clarified that this offer does not affect his legal arguments and rights.
The petition requests the court to issue a notice to the complainant, Aditi Singh, so that both parties can explore the possibility of a settlement through mutual consent. Chandrasekhar has also stated that the settlement will only be valid if the complainant voluntarily agrees to it. The accused claims that his offer is made in good faith.
This case stems from an FIR registered by the Delhi Police Special Cell, alleging that Sukesh Chandrasekhar extorted and defrauded the wives of former Ranbaxy promoters Shivinder Singh and Malvinder Singh of approximately ₹200 crore. According to the police, the accused duped the victims by posing as an influential person and using the names of government officials.
Besides the Delhi Police, the Enforcement Directorate (ED) is also investigating the case for money laundering charges. Proceedings under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA) are underway against Sukesh Chandrasekhar and his associate A. Paulos. The police have also invoked MCOCA (Maharashtra Control of Organized Crime Act) in the case, which is applied in cases related to organized crime.
The Delhi Police allege that Sukesh and his associates used hawala networks and shell companies to conceal and launder the money earned through criminal activities. According to investigating agencies, several fake companies were used for layering and parking the money, which further increases the seriousness of the case.
Currently, the court has not issued a final order on the settlement petition. A hearing is scheduled for January 3, 2026, to determine whether the complainants are willing to accept the offer. Legal experts say that a settlement offer of such a large amount is unusual, but it does not automatically grant relief to the accused in criminal cases.
If the complainants agree to the settlement, the court will consider the legal aspects. However, since the case involves serious criminal charges and money laundering, it is not considered easy for the case to be closed solely on the basis of a settlement. All eyes are on the upcoming hearing.
