Overview
- Major (Retd.) Vikrant Kumar Jaitly has been held in the UAE since September 2024, with no direct family contact since August 26, 2024.
- UAE authorities have cited national security concerns, and no specific charges or evidence have been publicly disclosed.
- The Delhi High Court directed the Ministry of External Affairs to name a nodal officer and work with UAE officials to facilitate communication, including via the TAMM app.
- Celina Jaitly posted an emotional birthday message saying, “I will not give up on you,” renewing attention on the prolonged lack of access.
- The family has suggested the detention could involve mistaken identity or external pressure, a claim they continue to pursue through legal and diplomatic channels.