Archive · 23 Nov 2025
Celina Jaitly's Brother Detained in UAE: Actor Appeals for His Return
Celina Jaitly, an actress, is worried about her brother who has been in jail in the UAE for over a year.
She wants the Indian government to help bring him back home.
The Delhi High Court has said the government should help him with his legal case.
Celina's brother is a retired major from the Indian Army and has been awarded for his bravery.
No one knows exactly why he was detained or how he is doing.
Celina Jaitly's brother, Maj. (Rtd.) Vikrant Kumar Jaitly, has been detained in the UAE since September 2024
Celina shared an emotional post on social media, appealing for his safe return
She fears for his well-being and urges the Indian government to take decisive action
The Delhi High Court has directed the external affairs ministry to provide legal assistance to Maj. Jaitly
Celina's petition states that the Indian authorities have not provided clear information on his welfare and legal situation
- Who
- Maj. (Rtd.) Vikrant Kumar Jaitly, Celina Jaitly
- What
- Detention of Maj. Jaitly in the UAE
- When
- Since September 2024
- Where
- UAE
- Why
- Unknown reasons for detention
Celina Jaitly and supporters
UAE authorities
Detention of Maj. Jaitly
Celina Jaitly and supporters
Celina fears for his well-being and wants him returned to India
UAE authorities
UAE authorities have not provided clear information on his welfare and legal situation
- Duration of detention
- Over 444 days
- Celina's appeal
- Shared on Instagram on November 23, 2025
- Celina's brother's rank
- Major (Retired)
- Celina's brother's awards
- COAS Commendation for Gallantry
- Court ruling
- Delhi High Court directed external affairs ministry to provide legal assistance
Sources
‘I Dread What They’ve Done To Him’: Celina Jaitly Recalls Her Brother’s Final Call, Appeals For His Return
Celina Jaitly Gets Emotional Recalling Her Brother's Last Call: "I Dread What They Have Done To Him"
