HM Shah Calls for Zero Tolerance Against Fugitives Operating from Abroad

New Delhi, Oct 16: Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Thursday called for a ruthless approach against economic offenders, cyber criminals, terrorists, and all fugitives, particularly those operating from outside India, to ensure they face the Indian justice system.

Addressing a conference on ‘Extradition of Fugitives – Challenges and Strategies’ organized by the CBI, Shah emphasized that a zero-tolerance policy must be applied to all forms of corruption, crime, and terrorism. He called for mechanisms to bring fugitives within the ambit of Indian law.

“Whether they are economic offenders, cyber criminals, those involved in terrorist activities, or part of organised crime networks, a ruthless approach must be adopted against every fugitive to ensure they are brought before the Indian justice system. The time has come for this,” he said.

Shah highlighted that under Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s leadership, the government has implemented foolproof measures to ensure no offender escapes the law, strengthening both border security and rule of law.

He added that the reach of justice must be swifter than the tactics of crime and urged all states to establish at least one prison cell of international standards to counter claims of inadequate jail conditions in foreign courts. (Agencies)