Introduction
A 14-year-old post by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on X (formerly Twitter) has gone viral following the extradition of Tahawwur Rana, accused in the 2008 Mumbai terror attacks. Rana, who was extradited from the US to India on Thursday, is now in the custody of the National Investigation Agency (NIA) for 18 days. PM Modi’s 2011 remark, criticizing the then Congress-led government for a foreign policy failure after the US cleared Rana of direct involvement in 26/11, is being widely shared by social media users applauding his resolve.
Rana’s Return: A Long Legal Battle Ends
After years of diplomatic and legal back-and-forth, Tahawwur Rana finally landed in Delhi on a special flight. He had exhausted all legal remedies to block his extradition from the United States, where he had been convicted for supporting terrorist groups.
The extradition comes as a diplomatic win for India, especially after PM Modi’s US visit earlier this year, during which former President Donald Trump had confirmed that Rana would be handed over to India.
The Viral Post from 2011
PM Modi’s 2011 post on X stated:
“US declaring Tahawwur Rana innocent in Mumbai attack has disgraced the sovereignty of India & it is a major foreign policy setback.”
The post gained renewed attention after Rana’s arrival in India, with users praising PM Modi’s consistency and commitment. Comments like “Modi hai toh mumkin hai” and “He did not forget” flooded the platform.
Who is Tahawwur Rana?
Tahawwur Rana is a Canadian national of Pakistani origin and a former doctor in the Pakistan Army. He has long been accused of helping plan the 26/11 Mumbai terror attacks that claimed 166 lives.
Rana was a close associate of David Coleman Headley, one of the key conspirators. Headley, in his testimony, revealed that Rana helped him open a business front in Mumbai and arranged for his travel under the guise of an immigration firm. This allowed Headley to conduct multiple reconnaissance missions between 2007 and 2008.
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Tahawwur Rana Ties to the 26/11 Attacks
Officials say Rana’s involvement in the 2008 Mumbai attacks includes:
- Assisting Headley with logistics and fake documentation.
- Providing support to Lashkar-e-Taiba operatives.
- Staying at the Taj Mahal Hotel, which was later targeted.
He was convicted in the US in 2013 for supporting terrorism but was not found directly guilty of the 26/11 plot. Released in 2020 on health grounds, he was re-arrested the same year following India’s renewed extradition request.
Political Impact and Public Sentiment
The resurfacing of PM Modi’s 2011 tweet has sparked political discussions. Many see the successful extradition as a testament to the current government’s firm stance on national security and international diplomacy.
What’s Next for Tahawwur Rana?
Now in NIA custody, Rana will face interrogation and trial for his alleged involvement in the 26/11 attacks. Indian agencies are expected to revisit evidence, especially details provided by David Headley during his earlier confessions.
If proven guilty under Indian law, Rana could face stringent punishment, bringing a long-awaited sense of justice to the victims of one of India’s worst terror attacks.
Conclusion:
As Tahawwur Rana faces extradition, PM Modi’s decade-old remarks have resurfaced, reigniting discussions on India’s long-standing stance against terrorism.
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