Indian authorities have brought three alleged Bambiha Gang fugitives back from Malaysia following their deportation, according to Union Home Minister Amit Shah.

Jaspreet Singh, Ajay Singh and Pawandeep Singh were apprehended in Malaysia and deported to India, where they were handed over to police custody. Authorities allege that the three are linked to the Bambiha Gang and are wanted in several criminal cases.

Fugitives Accused of Multiple Crimes

According to Shah's statement, the three men are accused of involvement in extortion, cross-border arms trafficking and narco-trafficking. They are also allegedly connected to a foiled grenade attack in Ludhiana.

Indian agencies coordinated with Malaysian authorities to locate and bring the suspects back to India. Their deportation is part of a wider effort by Indian law enforcement agencies to track down criminals who have fled abroad.

51 Criminals Brought Back in 2026

Shah said Indian agencies have facilitated the deportation of 51 wanted and hardened criminals in 2026 alone.

He linked the action to the government's efforts to strengthen national security and prevent criminal networks from operating from foreign countries.

The latest operation highlights growing cooperation between Indian agencies and foreign authorities in cases involving organised crime, drug trafficking and illegal arms networks.

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Earlier Fugitives Returned From UAE

Indian agencies have also brought other wanted fugitives back to India this year.

In May, the Central Bureau of Investigation, working with the Ministry of External Affairs and Ministry of Home Affairs, brought Kamlesh Parekh and Aalok Kumar, also known as Yashpal Singh, from the United Arab Emirates.

Parekh was wanted in connection with an alleged financial fraud case involving major losses to a group of banks led by the State Bank of India. Investigators alleged that bank funds were diverted through overseas businesses.

Kumar was wanted by Haryana Police in a case involving alleged passport fraud, forgery, cheating and criminal conspiracy. Investigators accused him of being part of a network that allegedly used fake documents and identities to obtain Indian passports.

Focus on Overseas Criminal Networks

The return of the three alleged Bambiha Gang members from Malaysia reflects India's increasing focus on criminals who operate across international borders.

Authorities are seeking greater cooperation with foreign governments to locate suspects, complete legal procedures and bring them back to India for investigation and prosecution.

The latest deportations also underline concerns surrounding the international movement of drugs, weapons and organised crime networks, particularly when criminal groups maintain links across South Asia and Southeast Asia.