Over Three Years Without Justice for Sunkai Victims
More than three years have passed since the Intermediate Court ordered refunds for Sunkai victims. This Ponzi scheme wiped out the life savings of over 1,500 individuals. Despite promises of high returns, the scheme collapsed, leaving investors empty-handed. To date, no refunds have been issued; consequently, the victims continue to await justice.
Legal Representatives Criticize Authorities’ Inaction
At a recent press conference, Me Kaviraj Bokhoree and Salim Muthy condemned the authorities for their inaction. “We still don’t know where the confiscated money is,” they declared. “This money doesn’t belong to taxpayers or the government. Instead, it represents the hard-earned investments of people who lost everything when Sunkai fell apart.”
Ultimatum for Government Action by November 15
In response to this deadlock, the victims have given the future government a deadline. Specifically, they demand a solution by November 15, after the upcoming elections. Salim Muthy stressed the urgency of the matter. Tragically, some victims have died while waiting for refunds. Additionally, others struggle with financial losses that have affected their families for over a decade. “This situation is unacceptable. Eleven years after the collapse of Sunkai, these people are still waiting to recover their money,” Muthy emphasized.
Legal Actions Yet to Result in Compensation
The ongoing legal battle has seen some progress in holding the scheme’s operators accountable. On May 15, 2023, the former director, Bhimla Ramloll, received an eight-year prison sentence for fraud and money laundering. Furthermore, her husband, Mohit Ramloll, got a three-month sentence. Despite the Supreme Court’s order to confiscate their assets on July 18, none of the seized assets have been allocated for refunds. As a result, this lack of progress continues to distress victims and their families.
Families Face Uncertainty as Time Runs Out
For many affected by the scheme, time is running out. Sadly, some have passed away without receiving compensation. This leaves their children and relatives to fight for what is rightfully theirs. Given the uncertainty, families are pushed to seek more aggressive measures. “This is a complex and distressing situation,” Salim Muthy stated. “We’ve consulted with the Bank of Mauritius, the police commissioner, and the Minister of Finance; however, none have offered a satisfactory response.”
Next Steps: Rallying for Change
A large public meeting is set for November 2 at Rabita Hall in Port-Louis. During this gathering, supporters will come together to discuss the way forward. If authorities continue to delay or fail to act, more protests and legal measures may follow. Therefore, families are determined to pressure the incoming government to resolve this long-standing issue.
Courtesy of L’express
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