Vikash Yadav, a former Indian intelligence officer, has been accused by the United States of orchestrating a failed assassination attempt against Khalistani separatist leader Gurpatwant Singh Pannun, who resides in New York City. On October 17, 2024, the US Department of Justice (DoJ) charged Yadav with murder-for-hire and money laundering in connection with the plot. The case has drawn significant attention due to its international implications and Yadav’s past role in Indian intelligence. The Assassination Plot The plot, which began in May 2023, allegedly involved Yadav coordinating with Nikhil Gupta,…
Former Indian Intelligence Officer Vikash Yadav Charged in Failed Assassination Plot of Khalistani Leader in New York
