Deepak Nandal, once a prominent Haryanvi music producer and rapper, has become one of the most‑wanted criminals in the National Capital Region (NCR). The 39‑year‑old, originally from Rohtak, fled India in 2024 via Dubai and is believed to be coordinating his illegal activities from London.

From Beats to Bullets

Nandal’s early career saw collaborations with big‑name singers such as Rahul Fazilpuria and Badshah. According to Delhi and Haryana police, his gradual association with local gangsters turned petty music‑industry disputes into serious crimes – extortion, attempted murder and open‑fire incidents. The first FIR against him was lodged in 2009 for an attempted murder in Gurgaon’s Sadar Bazar, a case from which he was later acquitted.

Gurgaon Shoot‑out Revives the Hunt

On Thursday, a violent clash erupted in the upscale Sushant Lok area of Gurgaon. Police say four men linked to Nandal opened fire after demanding ₹10 crore from a businessman. The encounter left all four assailants dead and one injured, thrusting Nandal back into the headlines and prompting a renewed, nationwide manhunt.

London‑Based Extortion Ring

Special Cell officials allege that Nandal’s gang extracts money from real‑estate developers, construction firms and individual entrepreneurs across NCR. In August 2025, his name was tied to the murder of property dealer Rohit Shaukeen in Gurgaon. Later that year, his operatives allegedly fired 25‑30 rounds at MNR Builders’ office in Sector 45 and 55‑60 rounds at Unisys Info Solutions in Karnal’s Alpha City, claiming responsibility via social media.

Implications and Police Strategy

Law enforcement agencies have now engaged Interpol and are monitoring Nandal’s financial transactions in the UK. Criminologists warn that his ability to orchestrate crimes from abroad could destabilise business confidence in the NCR if left unchecked. The ongoing investigation underscores the growing challenge of trans‑national organized crime in India’s urban hubs.