Jugnauth Seeks Clarity on Bail Terms in Rs 114 Million Money Laundering Case

Former Prime Minister Pravind Jugnauth has formally requested a definitive list of individuals he is prohibited from contacting as part of his bail conditions following a MUR 114 million money laundering investigation.

Appearing before Magistrate Bheema Bhoyroo at Pamplemousses Court on Tuesday morning, 27 January, Jugnauth’s legal representative, Me Raouf Gulbul, called upon the Financial Crimes Commission (FCC) to identify the specific persons his client must not influence.

Seeking strict compliance

The defence argued that as a prominent public figure, Pravind Jugnauth requires precise clarification to ensure he strictly adheres to his conditional release terms.

“My client wishes to respect this condition to the letter and avoid any potential breach,” Me Gulbul told members of the press following the hearing.

The allegations

The case dates back to 15 February 2025, when the FCC arrested the former Prime Minister. He stands accused of concealing a vast sum of cash—comprising both Mauritian rupees and foreign currency—totalling MUR 114 million.

The prosecution alleges the funds were hidden through an intermediary, identified as Josian Laval Deelawon.

Next legal steps

The FCC has requested an adjournment to deliberate on the defence’s request for the list of names.

The court has scheduled the next hearing for 26 February 2026, at which point the Commission is expected to make its position known.

Source: Defi Media / Defi Media2