CBI extradited many fugitives involved in criminal activities in the past one year (in 2022) through its Operation Trishul. In this article, you can read all about Operation Trishul, its successes and other details for the UPSC exam.
What is Operation Trishul?
- It is launched by the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) with the aim to bring fugitives involved in criminal activities back to India.Â
- The operation’s objective is to locate both fugitives and the proceeds of crimes with the help of Interpol and bring them back.
- Under this operation CBI coordinated with the national central bureaus of other nations, to make the process of extradition more streamlined.
- Almost 33 fugitives have been brought back under this operation including infamous personalities like Mohammed Haneefa and Harchand Singh Gill.
- Attempts to bring back other fugitives, including Nirav Modi are underway.Â
- Some of these accused had red notices issued against them by Interpol.
Additional Information:
- Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI): It is India’s chief investigating agency and operates under the jurisdiction of the Ministry of Personnel, Public Grievances and Pensions.
- Interpol (International Criminal Police Organisation): It is an international organization that facilitates cross-border police cooperation and helps member countries in the fight against transnational crime. It operates through a network of National Central Bureaus (NCBs) in each member country. Interpol facilitates the exchange of information, intelligence, and expertise among member countries, and provides operational support in investigations and apprehensions of criminals who operate across borders.Â
- Red notice: It is a global law enforcement request to locate and temporarily detain an individual while awaiting extradition, surrender, or comparable legal proceedings.
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