Lucknow, March 1 -- The cases pending against Rashid Naseem, promoter of Shine City Group, in the CBI (west) court, Lucknow, are expected to be expedited when the court reopens on March 6 after the Holi vacation.

According to the state police, 554 FIRs were lodged against Naseem by investors. Investigating agencies, including the Economic Offences Wing and Enforcement Directorate, have filed charge sheets in 527 cases.

The process to bring Naseem back to India has now expedited after his arrest in Dubai. The action, taken at the request of the Enforcement Directorate and Economic Offences Wing, is seen as a major breakthrough against the long-absconding accused.

The cases against Naseem will be opened once he is brought to Lucknow (aft...