A wanted gangster from Punjab, Gurwinder alias “Afridi,” is deported from Ethiopia after a 10-month international manhunt. The case involves police efforts to locate him over alleged killings and extortion, with his deportation tied to cooperation across borders.
Punjab police officials say the Punjab government had announced a reward of ₹5 lakh for information leading to his arrest. Coverage across outlets focuses on the length of the pursuit and the deportation outcome, while varying in how they describe the allegations and how prominently they highlight the reward and official messaging.
The reporting also notes the role of senior state police leadership, including statements attributed to Punjab’s Director General of Police, as outlets describe how the operation was carried out and what the state had offered in exchange for information.
