Constable-Turned-Terrorist Extradited from UAE to India
Babbar Khalsa International (BKI) terrorist Parminder Singh, alias Pindi, has been extradited from the United Arab Emirates. A former constable with the Batala police, Pindi fled to the UAE in 2023 to evade arrest for his alleged involvement in multiple crimes, including petrol bomb attacks and extortions. He was identified as a local handler for a terror module backed by Pakistan-based terrorists. His extradition is being hailed as a major success resulting from coordinated efforts between Indian agencies and the UAE government.
Unpacked:
Babbar Khalsa International (BKI) is a Sikh nationalist militant organization aiming to create an independent Khalistan state in Punjab. Founded in 1978, BKI has carried out armed attacks, assassinations, and bombings, and is designated as a terrorist group by multiple countries.
The extradition is significant because Parminder Singh was a key local handler linked to Pakistan-backed terror modules. His capture demonstrates successful international cooperation, especially since extradition from the UAE involved complex coordination between Indian and UAE agencies.
Pakistan has been accused of providing support to BKI, including financial backing and hosting its leadership. Indian authorities allege Pakistani intelligence agencies have helped revive BKI’s activities in Punjab and facilitate cross-border terrorist networks.
Parminder Singh was accused of petrol bomb attacks, violent assaults, and extortion in Batala-Gurdaspur, Punjab. These crimes contributed to instability and fear in the region, and his arrest is seen as a step toward reducing local terror activities.