In a significant development, the United States has approved the extradition of Tahawwur Rana, a key accused in the 26/11 Mumbai terror attacks, to India. Rana, a Pakistani-origin Canadian businessman, has been sought by Indian authorities for his alleged involvement in facilitating the attacks that shook Mumbai in 2008, claiming 166 lives.
The approval comes after prolonged legal proceedings, with Indian officials providing substantial evidence linking Rana to the attacks, particularly his association with David Coleman Headley, a co-conspirator who conducted reconnaissance missions for the 2008 assault. Rana is accused of providing logistical support to the attackers by enabling Headley’s operations under the guise of business activities.
With the US giving the green light for Rana’s extradition, Indian authorities are expected to expedite the process to bring him to justice. His extradition is seen as a major step in holding all those responsible for the horrific terror strike accountable.
The 26/11 attacks, orchestrated by the Pakistan-based terror group Lashkar-e-Taiba, targeted prominent locations in Mumbai, including the Taj Mahal Palace Hotel, Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus, and the Oberoi Trident, leaving a lasting impact on global counterterrorism efforts.
India has welcomed the decision, emphasizing its commitment to pursuing justice for the victims and ensuring that those involved face the full force of the law.
