In a major breakthrough for Indian law enforcement, gangster Anmol Bishnoi, the younger brother of jailed mob boss Lawrence Bishnoi, has been deported from the United States and arrested upon arrival in New Delhi. The National Investigation Agency (NIA) formally took him into custody at the Indira Gandhi International Airport on Wednesday, marking a pivotal moment in the probe into the high-profile murder of former Maharashtra minister and NCP leader Baba Siddique.
International Fugitive Brought Back to India
Anmol Bishnoi had been absconding for several years, operating from abroad and evading multiple Indian agencies. He was detained in the United States in 2024 for illegal entry, after which American authorities initiated the deportation process. His return to India signals heightened cooperation between the two countries on matters involving organized crime and transnational criminal networks.
Upon landing in Delhi, he was immediately arrested by NIA officials. He is the 19th individual taken into custody in connection with the agency’s extensive investigation into the Bishnoi syndicate, a powerful criminal network linked to extortion, targeted killings, and international smuggling operations.
Key Allegations Against Anmol Bishnoi
Authorities accuse Anmol of being the primary mastermind behind the October 2024 murder of Baba Siddique, who was shot dead outside his son’s office in Bandra. Investigators claim he coordinated the conspiracy from abroad using encrypted channels, issuing direct orders to shooters and handlers.
He is also implicated in several other major cases, including:
- Firing outside actor Salman Khan’s Bandra residence in April 2024
- Coordinating elements of the Sidhu Moosewala murder in 2022
- Handling overseas operations of the Bishnoi gang, including extortion and trafficking
- Maintaining links with foreign criminal groups and suspected pro-Khalistan operatives
For months, Indian agencies had issued alerts and even announced a reward for credible information leading to his capture, given his role as the gang’s chief international handler.
NIA Interrogation and National Security Implications
The NIA’s immediate priority is to interrogate Anmol regarding the murder conspiracy, financial routes used by the gang, and the international networks that facilitated his movements. Officials believe his testimony could open doors to uncovering larger global links involving organized crime, illegal arms procurement, and cross-border funding channels.
The agency aims to map out:
- The gang’s foreign safe houses
- Digital communication patterns
- Financial transactions routed through foreign entities
- Coordinators and handlers based outside India
This arrest is being viewed as a significant blow to the transnational reach of the Bishnoi gang.
Reactions and Next Steps
Zeeshan Siddique, son of the slain NCP leader, has welcomed the arrest but has urged that Anmol be brought to Mumbai for further interrogation. He emphasized that delivering justice for his father requires uncovering every individual involved in the conspiracy, including those who may have financed or supported the operation behind the scenes.
Law enforcement agencies are preparing for prolonged questioning sessions, during which they expect to extract crucial details about the gang’s operations and his communication with Lawrence Bishnoi, who is currently lodged in a high-security jail.
The deportation and arrest of Anmol Bishnoi mark a crucial turning point in India’s crackdown on organized crime networks operating across borders. As investigations intensify, authorities hope his interrogation will help dismantle the broader criminal ecosystem built by the Bishnoi syndicate. The case carries major implications for national security, law enforcement cooperation, and India’s ongoing efforts to curb transnational criminal activities.
