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Three Bambiha Gang fugitives deported from Malaysia to India
Malaysia has deported three individuals with alleged links to the Bambiha Gang, marking another success in India's ongoing efforts to extradite fugitive criminals. The deportations underscore strengthening law enforcement cooperation across South and Southeast Asia.
LSN India ·
Three fugitives with purported connections to the Bambiha Gang have been deported from Malaysia following coordinated action by Indian agencies, according to Home Minister Amit Shah. The deportations reflect intensified bilateral cooperation in tackling transnational crime networks operating across the region.
The extraditions form part of a broader crackdown on organised crime, with Indian law enforcement agencies having facilitated the deportation of 51 hardened criminals throughout 2026. The efforts target individuals allegedly involved in serious criminal activities spanning multiple jurisdictions.
The Bambiha Gang, a Punjab-based criminal organisation, has been linked to drug trafficking, extortion, and violent crime across northern India. The deportations signal strengthened enforcement mechanisms between India and neighbouring countries to dismantle such networks and disrupt their operational capabilities.
The successful extradition proceedings highlight the effectiveness of bilateral treaties and improved intelligence-sharing protocols established between Indian authorities and regional law enforcement agencies. Officials indicated that such coordinated action would continue as part of efforts to combat organised crime and maintain regional security.