NEW DELHI – The shockwaves of the Jeffrey Epstein scandal, which have long battered the reputations of Western elites, have finally reached the shores of India. With the release of the “February 2026 Tranche” of the Epstein Files, the controversy has shifted from Hollywood to New Delhi, triggering a massive political face-off.
While the inclusion of global figures was expected, the alleged mention of industrialist Anil Ambani and references to Prime Minister Narendra Modi have handed the Opposition a potent weapon and forced the government into damage control mode.
The “Delhi Leadership” Emails
According to the unsealed documents, a series of emails exchanging between Jeffrey Epstein and Anil Ambani from 2017 to 2019 have come to light.
- The Content: In one specific correspondence, Ambani allegedly requested Epstein’s assistance in arranging meetings with key figures in the Trump administration, including Jared Kushner and Steve Bannon.
- The Key Phrase: The email reportedly cites a directive from the “Delhi Leadership,” aimed at strengthening diplomatic backchannels ahead of a high-profile state visit. This phrase has ignited speculation about who specifically authorized these backchannel talks.
The Controversial Note on PM Modi
Perhaps the most explosive element of the new files is a handwritten note by Epstein himself. In it, the disgraced financier boasts about his influence, claiming that during a 2017 diplomatic tour, “The Indian Prime Minister Modi took his advice” regarding certain international investments.
Fact Check: Analysts warn that Epstein was a known “name-dropper” who frequently exaggerated his relationships with world leaders to impress clients. There is currently no direct evidence that the Prime Minister ever met or spoke with Epstein personally.
Government Slams Reports as “Trash”
The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) has wasted no time in dismissing the revelations. In a press briefing held this morning, the MEA spokesperson categorized the files as “baseless and defamatory.”
“These are the trashy ruminations of a convicted criminal who sought validation by linking his name to powerful leaders. To suggest any link between the Prime Minister and this individual is preposterous and malicious,” the statement read.
Opposition Demands Answers
Despite the denial, the Opposition has seized the opportunity. Leaders from the Congress party are demanding a Joint Parliamentary Committee (JPC) probe, asking:
- Why was an Indian industrialist allegedly coordinating government diplomatic meetings through a known sex offender?
- What is the full extent of the “Delhi Leadership’s” awareness of these channels?
Conclusion
As internet sleuths continue to comb through the millions of pages released this month, the “India Connection” to the Epstein Files remains a developing story. Whether these are merely the boasts of a conman or evidence of a deeper network remains to be seen.
