Indian diplomat Devyani Khobragade today asserted that the charges against her in a US court are false and baseless and the stand taken by her and the Indian government in the case will be vindicated.

While boarding the plane back to India, Khobragade told a news agency that her determination to ensure that this episode does not leave a lasting imprint on her family.

Khobragade was indicted by a US grand jury for visa fraud and allegedly making false statements yesterday.

US Attorney Preet Bharara said that Khobragade will have to face trial, if she returns to the US without diplomatic immunity.