Who is India’s most wanted criminal Dawood Ibrahim?

Dawood Ibrahim, India’s most wanted criminal, is a notorious figure in the criminal underworld, known as a mob boss, drug lord, and terrorist. B

orn in Dongri, Mumbai, in 1955, Ibrahim founded the Indian organised crime syndicate D-Company in the 1970s. He faces a litany of charges, including murder, extortion, drug trafficking, and terrorism, making him a high-profile target for law enforcement.

Dawood Ibrahim gained global notoriety for his suspected role in the 1993 Bombay bombings, leading to his designation as a global terrorist by both India and the United States in 2003.

A substantial reward of US$25 million has been offered for information leading to his capture. In 2011, he was ranked third on “The World’s 10 Most Wanted Fugitives” by the U.S. Federal Bureau of Investigation and Forbes.

Despite his wanted status, Dawood Ibrahim’s whereabouts remain elusive. While reports suggest he resides in Karachi, Pakistan, the Pakistani government denies this claim.

The Indian government has taken measures to seize and auction his properties, including those in his ancestral village, under various forfeiture acts. The ongoing pursuit of Dawood Ibrahim reflects the international effort to bring one of the most notorious criminals to justice.