India has successfully extradited 274 fugitive criminals from 36 nations since 2019. This achievement reflects a significant strengthening of the nation's fugitive management framework. New laws enacted in 2019 and 2024 facilitate trials in absentia for offenders. Advanced technology and profile mapping aid in identifying and tracing fugitives abroad.

India repatriated 274 fugitives from 36 countries between 2019 and July 2026, compared with an average of four a year during 2004-13, the government said. It also attached assets…

Among them, 62 criminals were wanted for murder, robbery or other violent crimes, and 53 for sexual offences, including those booked under Pocso.