In a massive blow to organized crime, the Haryana Police and STF have successfully repatriated 27 gangsters via deportation and extradition, with 12 more currently detained in foreign jurisdictions.

  • 27 gangsters repatriated via deportation/extradition since 2025.
  • 12 additional criminals detained abroad with extradition processes underway.
  • Focus on dismantling financial networks involving Cryptocurrency and USDT.
  • Proposal for a USD 10,000 reward for information on four top fugitives.

The Haryana Police has launched a high-intensity international offensive against organized crime, successfully bringing back 27 wanted gangsters through deportation and extradition. Director General of Police (DGP) Ajay Singhal confirmed that the Special Task Force (STF) has intensified its efforts to target criminals who have sought refuge overseas to operate criminal empires from a distance.

According to official data, the momentum has surged since 2025, with 7 criminals returned in 2025 and 14 already repatriated in 2026. A significant recent success occurred on August 4, when a high-profile active criminal was deported from the United Arab Emirates (UAE) to face justice in India.

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Why This Matters

BozokMedia analysis shows that this operation marks a strategic shift from traditional policing to a data-driven international pursuit. By targeting the 'safe havens' of gangsters, the Haryana Police is effectively dismantling the psychological advantage criminals hold when operating from foreign soil, thereby disrupting the extortion and kidnapping ecosystems within the state.

The integration of biometric intelligence and international legal frameworks has rendered traditional fugitive hiding spots obsolete.

Inspector General of Police (IGP) Satish Balan highlighted that the STF is leveraging a combination of human intelligence (HUMINT) and technical intelligence (TECHINT). This includes the rigorous analysis of fake passports, biometric fingerprinting, and travel history to pinpoint the exact locations of fugitives. Since August 2023, the department has issued 144 Look-Out Circulars, 54 Red Corner Notices, and 53 Interpol references.

Beyond physical arrests, the police are targeting the financial arteries of these gangs. The STF is meticulously tracing bank transactions and the use of cryptocurrency and USDT channels, which are increasingly used to move illicit funds across borders undetected. To complement this, 93 passports have been revoked, and 16 formal extradition requests have been submitted.

To ensure a seamless operation, Haryana Police has established an inter-state coordination mechanism with counterparts in Punjab, Rajasthan, Delhi, and Uttar Pradesh. Furthermore, a proposal to offer a reward of USD 10,000 for information leading to the arrest of four key fugitives is currently under review.

Did You Know?: A Red Corner Notice is not an international arrest warrant, but a request to law enforcement worldwide to locate and provisionally arrest a person pending extradition.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q1: How many gangsters have been brought back specifically in 2026?
A: So far in 2026, the Haryana Police has successfully repatriated 14 gangsters.

Q2: What financial tools are the criminals using to move money?
A: Criminal networks are increasingly utilizing cryptocurrency and USDT channels to facilitate the flow of illicit funds.