Indian Premier League (IPL) founder Lalit Modi has announced that he officially became a British citizen on September 15, 2026, describing the development as a proud and deeply personal milestone.
Modi made the announcement on Saturday while addressing the Oxford Union, where he spoke about his journey towards acquiring British citizenship and his longstanding association with the United Kingdom.
In a post on X, Modi said he celebrated becoming a British citizen at a special ceremony on September 15, surrounded by family and friends. He described the UK as his home for many years, adding that he had developed a deep appreciation for its people, institutions, traditions and values.
"Becoming British is a privilege and a responsibility that I embrace with pride, gratitude and a genuine sense of belonging," he wrote.
Reflecting on his life across different cultures and experiences, Modi said he looked forward to making positive contributions to the country he now proudly calls home.
He also thanked his family, friends and the Oxford Union for providing him with an opportunity to share the news on what he described as a memorable occasion.
Modi said the announcement was particularly special as it coincided with the birthday of King Charles III. He ended his post with the words, "God Save the King!"
The former cricket administrator's announcement comes years after he left India in 2010 amid investigations into alleged financial irregularities linked to the IPL. He has been living in the UK since then.
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