In a fresh turn in the Rs 30,000-crore inheritance dispute linked to late industrialist Sunjay Kapur, his mother Rani Kapur has broken her silence, describing the ongoing conflict as both legally complex and emotionally distressing.
Speaking to ANI, Rani Kapur said the dispute over the RK Family Trust has evolved into a deeply personal battle over her family's legacy. She alleged that circumstances changed after her son's association with Priya Kapur.
"It's very hurtful for me because my husband made this trust and gave everything to me... This girl tried to take over everything my husband built all his life," she said.
She further claimed that following her son's death, Priya Kapur began asserting control over the business empire, which Rani maintains was built entirely by her husband. "We moved from Bombay to Delhi, we built the house... She thinks she's got it... I've been away from Delhi since my son died... I'm scared now... I don't know what she is going to do to get the wealth and it's all my husband's work," she added.
"My son took over because he's the son... I don't want her near that place," she said.
On the legal front, her counsel Vaibhav Gaggar told ANI that Rani Kapur has challenged the validity of the RK Family Trust, alleging it was created without her knowledge or consent. "Mrs Kapur has categorically stated that it doesn't bear her signature... Those are not genuine signatures... She's also submitted a handwriting expert's opinion," he said.
He added that while she may have signed documents earlier at her son's insistence, she may not have been aware of their contents. "She never understood that she was being denied her entire legacy."
On the possibility of a settlement, Gaggar said, "It's always ideal if the parties are able to find peace... One side has control over all assets, while Mrs Rani Kapur, who had everything, has lost it... peace in a family is better than a dispute in court."
The matter is currently pending before the Delhi High Court.
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