"Expert Weighs In: Positive Development in the Extradition of Tahawwur Rana"—International Edition (English)
New Delhi [ India ], April 10 (ANI): Foreign Affairs Expert Robinder Sachdev on Tuesday termed the extradition of 26/11 Mumbai attacks accused Tahawwur Rana to India regarded as "a step forward," emphasizing its importance for fairness and India - US cooperation.
Rana stands accused of involvement in the 2008 Mumbai terrorist incidents, during which lives were lost, and he is anticipated to face a trial soon. India .
Talking to ANI about this issue, extradition According to Sachdev, "This is a positive development – firstly because it brings justice for those who perished during those times, and secondly due to the enhanced collaboration between India and America."
He stressed that the questioning of Rana would offer India And that authorities possess crucial evidence, placing the case at a juncture where the defendants can no longer pursue legal avenues.
" India He will gain considerable knowledge during the questioning process... It’s impossible for him to evade or seek legal remedies... He will be transferred to our country's intelligence organizations... FBI , and the NIA Sachdev added, "I will go and fetch him to take him to the countryside."
In the meantime, ex-diplomat KP Fabian expressed approval of the US choice, observed that even though the India Without the government offering convincing proof, it took 17 years. Tahawwur Rana He was set for extradition as well. Additionally, he expressed disapproval of the U.S. legal procedures.
"While we welcome the US decision, it's crucial to recognize that the 26/11 attacks happened in 2008, and it has been 17 years since then until this development. extradition --despite India Presenting reliable proof from the outset. If their positions had been swapped, and someone accused in the 9/11 attacks was in this situation, India , the US "I would not have allowed this to drag on for so long. The U.S. legal system moves slowly, and multiple governments had the opportunity to act more quickly..." Fabian stated to ANI on Wednesday.
On April 7, the Supreme Court of United States rejected Tahawwur Rana "s request to remain extradition to India . On March 20, 2025, Rana submitted an urgent petition to Chief Justice Roberts, requesting a halt to the proceedings on his case. extradition .
"The petition for stay submitted to The Chief Justice and forwarded to the court has been rejected," according to the Supreme Court order dated Monday, April 7.
As per the Mumbai Crime Branch, an initial report accusing Rana of participating in a criminal conspiracy was filed by them. NIA In Delhi following the lethal November 2008 assaults during which more than 160 individuals lost their lives.
The ongoing extradition The process relates to that specific case. Nevertheless, officials have stated that it has not been decided whether the Mumbai Police can request custody of him for any local investigations connected to the incidents.
Only once reviewing the premises extradition "Will it be evident whether the Mumbai Crime Branch can seek custody in this case?" sources asked.
The sources indicate that the Mumbai Police hasn't received any official notification yet about Rana being moved to the city for interrogation or legal processes.
Tahawwur Rana , a Canadian citizen of Pakistani origin, was found guilty in the US for the operatives of the banned terrorist organization Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT), and offering material assistance to the group behind the attack Mumbai attacks that resulted in more than 174 fatalities. (ANI)