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Successful Extradition of Abhay Rana from Portugal to India

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Embassy of India

Lisbon

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Successful Extradition of Abhay Rana from Portugal to India

 

The Government of India has successfully extradited Abhay Rana from Portugal. Abhay Rana is charged with several serious offences and will now be subject to trial in the Indian courts.

2. This extradition was carried out under the bilateral extradition agreement between the India and Portugal, following the issuance of an Interpol Red Notice.

3. The return of Abhay Rana marks an important step in the ongoing efforts of the Government of India to extradite fugitives currently residing in various foreign countries.

4. The success of this operation was made possible through active and sustained coordination between the Ministry of External Affairs, Ministry of Home Affairs, Haryana Police and the Embassy of India in Lisbon and various law enforcement agencies of Portugal.

5. The Government of India thanks the Government of Portugal and its law enforcement authorities for their cooperation and support in the successful extradition of Abhay Rana to India.

09 May 2026

Lisbon