Punjab Police Successfully Deport Fugitive From Austria

Punjab Police, in coordination with Central Agencies, has deported fugitive Amritpal Singh from Austria to India to face numerous criminal charges. Singh, involved in crimes like murder and drug offences, was taken into custody at Indira Gandhi International Airport in New Delhi. His deportation signifies a major stride in ensuring justice.

In a significant move to uphold law and order, Punjab Police, with support from Central Agencies, has successfully facilitated the deportation of fugitive Amritpal Singh from Austria. Singh, a native of Village Bhoma in Batala, arrived at Indira Gandhi International Airport in New Delhi at 7 am on Friday and was subsequently taken into custody by Batala Police.

'After tireless efforts by @PunjabPoliceInd in coordination with central agencies, Amritpal Singh, resident of Village Bhoma, PS Ghuman, has been successfully deported from Austria to India to face charges in numerous serious criminal cases,' revealed Director General of Police (DGP) Punjab Gaurav Yadav in a post on his X handle (formerly Twitter). Singh, a proclaimed offender, was staying illegally in Austria.

DGP Gaurav Yadav highlighted that the deported individual has been implicated in various heinous crimes, such as murder, attempted murder, drug offences, and violations under the Arms Act. This deportation marks a crucial step towards justice for the victims. He also lauded the strenuous efforts of the Batala Police team, led by Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) Batala Suhail Qasim Mir and the Internal Security Wing of Punjab Police. SSP Batala Suhail Qasim Mir provided additional insights, noting that Singh, declared a proclaimed offender in several cases, had fled to Austria via Dubai and Serbia in 2022 and had been evading arrest ever since. Singh had also applied for political asylum in Austria.

'After sustained efforts and cooperation with international authorities, Punjab Police has ensured his repatriation to India to face justice,' stated SSP Mir. (ANI)

(With inputs from agencies.)