Gurugram STF Arrests Haryana's Most Wanted Gangster Mainpal Badli After Cambodia Deportation

In a major breakthrough for Haryana law enforcement, the Gurugram Special Task Force has successfully arrested the state's most wanted gangster Mainpal Badli, who carried a hefty Rs 7 lakh reward on his head. The high-profile criminal was apprehended following his deportation from Cambodia in a coordinated international operation.

STF officials revealed that Badli was initially detained in Cambodia approximately ten days ago before being brought back to India through a secretive joint operation involving central agencies and Gurugram STF. The arrest marks the end of a lengthy manhunt for one of Haryana's most notorious criminals.

Badli's criminal journey took a dramatic turn when he was released from jail on parole on August 29, 2018, after which he immediately fled abroad. Since then, he had been orchestrating his criminal network from international locations, making him particularly elusive for Indian law enforcement agencies.

The gangster is charged with several serious crimes, including multiple cases of murder filed in various jurisdictions. Perhaps most shocking of the charges is his alleged complicity in a murder performed behind bars, showing the reach of his criminal power even within prison.

His global operations and capacity to mastermind criminal activity from foreign ground made him a high-priority target for specialized law enforcement agencies. The success of the collaborative effort between international authorities and Indian law enforcement is a reflection of increased cooperation in combating transnational crime.

Gurugram STF has scheduled a press conference for Wednesday afternoon to reveal comprehensive details about the arrest operation and Badli's criminal activities.