Extradition Drama: Notorious Criminal Mainpal Dhilla Brought Back to India

Mainpal Dhilla, a notorious criminal wanted for several heinous crimes, was extradited from Cambodia to India in a coordinated operation involving the CBI, Haryana Police, and international agencies. Dhilla, who had escaped on a fake identity, was apprehended and returned to India to face justice.


Devdiscourse News Desk | New Delhi | Updated: 03-09-2025 14:26 IST | Created: 03-09-2025 14:26 IST
Extradition Drama: Notorious Criminal Mainpal Dhilla Brought Back to India
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In a high-profile operation, the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) successfully extradited Mainpal Dhilla, a notorious criminal, from Cambodia to India. The operation was a coordinated effort among the CBI, Haryana Police, and the ministries of home and external affairs.

Dhilla, known by aliases including Maipal Badli and Sonu Kumar, faced serious charges such as murder and was serving a life sentence. He allegedly escaped to Cambodia using a fake identity after being released on parole in 2018. A Red Notice was issued via Interpol, facilitating his capture in Cambodia.

The arrest led to swift action from NCB-Phnom Penh, ensuring Dhilla's return to India. Authorities have confirmed that Dhilla was brought back to India by Haryana Police and is now set to face legal proceedings for his crimes.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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