The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) recently confirmed the successful deportation of Vishakha Rathod, a woman wanted under an Interpol Red Notice for her alleged role in a major financial fraud scheme. The operation, which took place on August 3, 2026, was the result of close collaboration between the CBI, the Ministry of External Affairs, and the Ministry of Home Affairs. Upon her arrival in India, she was transferred to the custody of the Maharashtra Police in Pune to face charges involving the misappropriation of investor funds through deceptive investment schemes.

According to the CBI, the accused reportedly enticed investors with promises of fixed monthly returns before allegedly funneling the capital into various bank and demat accounts. This high-profile return highlights an ongoing effort by Indian authorities to track down fugitives hiding abroad. Government data underscores the scale of these international movements, revealing that over 24,600 Indians were deported from various countries in 2025 alone. Specifically, the UAE has seen a steady increase in deportations of Indian nationals over the past five years, with 2025 recording the highest figure since 2021.