Jun 06, 2025 09:23 AM IST

In a current podcast with Raj Shamani, Vijay Mallya claimed that he has paid all of the financial institution loans and has proof to show that.

Vijay Mallya, dealing with fraud and cash laundering fees in India, claimed that the banks had recovered ₹14,100 crores from him whereas reacting to a submit shared by Indian billionaire Harsh Goenka. In his submit, Mallya thanked Goenka for talking in his favour, including that he has been dealing with “blatant discrimination”.

Vijay Mallya thanked the Indian billionaire whereas reacting to his submit shared on X.

“Vijay Mallya lived the high life, yes. Defaulted, yes. Unlike most others, his ₹9,000+ crore dues are now reportedly settled,” Harsh Goenka wrote.

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He added, “Meanwhile, bigger defaulters walk free with much fatter haircuts from banks. If dues remain, the banks should clearly say so. If not, why is he still a political punching bag? Justice must be fair, not selective.”

How did Vijay Mallya react?

The former proprietor of Kingfisher Airlines and Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) wrote, “Thank you Harsh. The Union Finance Ministry has confirmed in writing that Banks have recovered ₹14,100 crores from me against a DRT judgement debt of ₹6,203 crores. Why the blatant discrimination?” Following this, Goenka responded with a folded fingers emoticon.

Social media is split:

While some supported Goenka’s submit, others had questions concerning the allegations towards Mallya. One particular person requested, “If true, then what’s stopping Vijay Mallya from returning to India?”

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Another remarked, “I agree. I read that he has cleared all dues.” A 3rd commented, “Repaying dues doesn’t erase Mallya’s crimes— ₹900Cr IDBI loan fraud, money laundering, & fleeing justice in 2016. CBI says he bought ₹330Cr properties while Kingfisher bled. Justice isn’t selective; it’s incomplete until he faces court for his actions, not just his debts.” A fourth wrote, “He should face the law of the land.”