On Saturday, the US Supreme Court approved the extradition of Tahawwur Rana, who was convicted for his role in the 2008 Mumbai terror attacks, to India, as reported by PTI. This decision marks an important victory for India, which has been seeking Rana’s extradition for years to ensure he faces justice.

Rana, a Canadian citizen of Pakistani descent, is accused of playing a significant part in the devastating attacks in Mumbai that left 166 people dead, including six Americans, during a brutal 60-hour siege. The attacks were carried out by the terrorist group Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT), targeting key locations across the city.

Rana had challenged his extradition in court, but after losing multiple appeals in lower and federal courts, he turned to the US Court of Appeals and then the Supreme Court in a final attempt to avoid being sent to India. On December 16, US Solicitor General Elizabeth B Prelogar recommended the rejection of Rana’s petition. His lawyer, Joshua L Dratel, argued against this on December 23, but the Supreme Court’s decision now paves the way for his extradition.

Rana’s ties to the attacks are linked to his association with David Coleman Headley, a Pakistani-American LeT operative and one of the key planners of the attack. Headley provided crucial intelligence and conducted reconnaissance for the attackers.

The 26/11 terror attacks remain a tragic and unforgettable chapter in India’s history. Ten Pakistani terrorists carried out coordinated attacks at iconic locations like the Taj Mahal Palace Hotel, Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus, and Nariman House, causing widespread destruction and loss. Once his extradition is completed, Rana will stand trial in India for his involvement in the deadly plot.

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