Extradited Narco-Terrorist Brought to Justice: Iqbal Singh's Transit Remand Granted
Iqbal Singh, alias Shera, extradited from Portugal, has been granted a two-day transit remand by Patiala House Court for involvement in a Hizbul Mujahideen-linked narco-terrorism case. Accused of masterminding heroin smuggling from Pakistan to India, Singh's arrest follows a massive NIA investigation and international manhunt.
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The Patiala House Court has granted a two-day transit remand for Iqbal Singh, also known as Shera, following his extradition from Portugal. Singh is implicated in a significant Hizbul Mujahideen-associated narco-terrorism case, allegedly orchestrating heroin smuggling operations from Pakistan into India.
This transit remand, provided by Special NIA Judge Prashant Sharma, aims to facilitate Singh's presentation before a Mohali court. While the NIA had requested three days of custody, defense counsel Piyush Sachdeva countered, arguing the proximity of Mohali did not necessitate such an extended duration.
Shera was the subject of a non-bailable warrant since 2020, with an Interpol notice issued in 2021. Considered a pivotal figure in the HM terror financing scheme, Shera purportedly managed drug trafficking networks, directing proceeds through hawala to support HM operatives. The NIA continues its investigation following significant recoveries from Shera's associates.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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