The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has facilitated the deportation of three Malaysian nationals wanted under Interpol Red Notices after they were denied entry into India upon arrival at Mumbai’s international airport, officials said on Wednesday.
The three men — identified as Sridharan Subramaniam, Pratifkumar Selvaraj and Navindren Raj Cumarason — are wanted by Malaysian authorities for their alleged involvement in organised criminal activities. According to the CBI, the offences relate to acts carried out in furtherance of a common criminal intention aimed at obtaining material benefit, power and influence.
The development followed a request received from Malaysian authorities through Interpol channels after the trio was detected while transiting from the United Kingdom to India. Acting on prior intelligence inputs, Indian immigration authorities intercepted the suspects upon their arrival at the Mumbai International Airport and denied them entry into the country.
The CBI said the alert was triggered after Kuala Lumpur-based authorities flagged the movement of the accused to their Indian counterparts, prompting swift coordination between immigration officials and central agencies. As the individuals were subjects of active Interpol Red Notices, established procedures were followed to ensure they did not enter Indian territory.
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Following the interception, the CBI facilitated their deportation to Malaysia through Interpol mechanisms, ensuring compliance with international legal protocols. The process involved close coordination between multiple Indian agencies to ensure that the transfer was carried out in a lawful and orderly manner.
As part of the deportation process, an escort team from the Royal Malaysia Police arrived in Mumbai on January 25, 2026. The Malaysian team took custody of the three accused after completing the necessary documentation and verification procedures at the airport.
The CBI said that the deportation was executed smoothly with the cooperation of the Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB), New Delhi, immigration authorities and other concerned Indian agencies. The coordinated effort ensured that the accused were handed over without delay and escorted back to Malaysia for further legal proceedings.
Investigators noted that such operations underscore the growing importance of international police cooperation in tracking and apprehending individuals involved in cross-border organised crime. The use of Interpol Red Notices, they said, remains a key tool for law enforcement agencies worldwide to locate and restrict the movement of fugitives.
Officials familiar with the matter said the three accused were wanted in Malaysia for offences that form part of broader organised criminal networks. While specific case details were not disclosed, authorities said the charges involved serious offences committed with a clear intent to derive unlawful gains.
The interception at Mumbai airport highlights India’s role in assisting international law enforcement efforts, particularly in cases involving fugitives attempting to exploit international travel routes to evade arrest. Agencies said the timely sharing of intelligence helped prevent the suspects from entering the country and potentially absconding.
The CBI reiterated that India remains committed to honouring its obligations under Interpol frameworks and international conventions aimed at combating transnational crime. Officials said close coordination with foreign police forces has significantly improved the ability to detect and act against wanted individuals at ports of entry.
Authorities also emphasised that immigration checks and Red Notice monitoring have been strengthened in recent years, allowing for quicker responses to alerts related to high-risk travellers. Such measures, they said, are essential to maintaining border security and supporting global crime control efforts.
The deportation marks another instance of cooperation between Indian agencies and foreign law enforcement bodies, reinforcing the use of diplomatic and policing channels to ensure that fugitives face due process in their home jurisdictions.
About the author – Ayesha Aayat is a law student and contributor covering cybercrime, online frauds, and digital safety concerns. Her writing aims to raise awareness about evolving cyber threats and legal responses.
