- U.S. prosecutors have charged Gautam Adani and others in a $250 million bribery case.
- Adani may argue the case should fall under Indian law to avoid U.S. jurisdiction.
- A settlement through Deferred Prosecution Agreements (DPAs) could be a viable option.
Gautam Adani is facing a tough legal battle as U.S. prosecutors charge him and seven others in a $250 million bribery case. The charges allege that Adani and his associates bribed Indian officials to secure solar energy contracts. This legal fight could stretch across multiple countries and affect Adani’s global business dealings.
The charges include violations of the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA), securities fraud, and conspiracy to obstruct justice. The U.S. legal process will begin with an arraignment, followed by discovery and motions before trial. Legal experts believe Adani might argue the case falls under Indian law, not U.S. jurisdiction.
One possible resolution could be a settlement through Deferred Prosecution Agreements (DPAs) or Non-Prosecution Agreements (NPAs), which would allow Adani to pay fines and agree to stricter compliance measures. Though costly, this approach might help resolve the case without a lengthy trial, offering Adani a chance to rebuild trust and stabilize his group.
