India is awaiting the arrival of Tahawwur Rana, who is being extradited from the US to face trial for his role in the 26/11 Mumbai terror attacks.
The 64-year-old, a Pakistan-born Canadian national, is expected to land in Delhi on Thursday, April 10.
According to reports, once he arrives, Rana will likely be placed in Tihar Jail, specifically in a high-security ward.
Rana, who is closely associated with one of the main conspirators of the 2008 Mumbai attacks, David Coleman Headley, is accused of being involved in the deadly terror attack that claimed 166 lives.
A special chartered flight carrying him left the US on April 9, marking an important step in India’s long pursuit of justice for the attack.
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After years of legal battles and attempts to delay his extradition, Rana will be taken into custody by the National Investigation Agency (NIA) upon arrival. The NIA, along with the Research and Analysis Wing (RAW), has coordinated his extradition.
Once in India, he is expected to be presented before a Delhi court.
Rana faces multiple serious charges, including criminal conspiracy, waging war against the government, murder, and violating the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act. Although the Mumbai Police have not yet received official confirmation about his transfer, they are closely monitoring the situation.
In addition to his connection with Headley, Rana is believed to have strong links with Pakistan’s Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI) and the terrorist group Lashkar-e-Taiba. Authorities have made all the necessary arrangements to keep him in Tihar Jail, where he will face the legal consequences of his actions.
