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Lalit Modi Becomes British Citizen
IPL founder Lalit Modi announces British citizenship, says UK is now his home.
In brief
IPL founder Lalit Modi announces British citizenship, says UK is now his home. IPL founder Lalit Modi became a British citizen on September 15, 2026, calling the UK his home for years. Originally reported by India Today.
Lalit Modi Announces Citizenship
IPL founder Lalit Modi announced he became a British citizen on September 15, 2026.
UK as Home for Years
Modi described the UK as his home for many years, saying he developed deep appreciation for its people and values.
Oxford Union Announcement

Modi shared the news at a special ceremony at the Oxford Union on November 14, 2026.
Special Ceremony Details
He celebrated citizenship surrounded by family and friends at a ceremony on September 15, 2026.
King Charles Birthday
Modi linked his citizenship announcement to King Charles III's birthday, ending with 'God Save the King!'
“God Save the King!”
The key point
IPL founder Lalit Modi became a British citizen on September 15, 2026, calling the UK his home for years.



