By Sadique Bamwita
KAMPALA
Nakawa Chief Magistrate Court presided over by Her Worship, Christine Nantege, has directed businessman Mukesh Shukla, the proprietor of Shumuk Aluminium Industries, to conclude his long-running criminal trial without further delays.
Her Worship Nantege, issued the directive today June 4, 2026, during court proceedings in which Shukla allegedly defrauded Shahid Mahmood Alvi of Shs220 million. The directive followed the tycoon’s prolonged absence that had raised concerns over his commitment to attend trial.
Shukla faces charges of obtaining more than Shs220 million by false pretence and conspiracy to defraud.
He is jointly charged with his company manager, Judith Ayebare, and his accountant Kadikar Dharamdip Anilkumar.
It is alleged that between November 2020 and November 2021, the accused fraudulently obtained approximately USD 27,950 and more than Shs116 million from complainant Shahid Mahmood Alvi of Alvi Auto Village Ltd.
The money was allegedly secured by falsely claiming to lease or rent two plots of land in Banda Industrial Area and Nakawa Industrial Area.
During the hearing, court ordered Shukla’s arrest upon his appearance in court and he was detained for about three hours before allowing the proceedings to continue.
Court also cancelled the previous sureties including, Shukla’s wife and son that had previously guaranteed Shukla’s attendance and ordered that fresh sureties be presented.
Her Worship Nantege adjourned court July 15, 2026, as the final date for continuation of the hearing, directing that cross-examination must be completed on that day.
