In a significant move, the Indian government declared Goldy Brar, a notorious gangster based in Canada, as a designated terrorist. This decision by the Ministry of Home Affairs comes on the heels of Brar being associated with the notorious terrorist group, Babbar Khalsa.
Who is Goldy Brar?
Goldy Brar, also known as Satwinder Singh or Satinderjit Singh, made headlines for his involvement in various criminal activities, including multiple murders, arms smuggling, and promoting radical ideologies. Notably, Brar had claimed responsibility for the high-profile murder of Indian rap star and Congress politician, Sidhu Moose Wala.
The Path to Notoriety
Originally from Punjab’s Muktsar, Goldy Brar moved to Canada in 2017 on a student visa. Over time, he escalated his criminal activities, orchestrating hits on adversaries and extorting money from high-net-worth individuals. His nefarious deeds catapulted him to the 15th spot on Canada’s most wanted list in May of the previous year.
Rise to Prominence
Despite having no major criminal cases against him upon his arrival in Canada, Goldy Brar took over the operations of incarcerated gangster Lawrence Bishnoi. He allegedly ran contract killing and extortion networks in India from his Canadian base, with over 50 cases of murder, attempted murder, and extortion pending against him.
BREAKING NEWS:
GAME OVER for Goldy Brar☠️
– Ministry of Home Affairs has declared gangster Satwinder Singh a.k.a Goldy Brar as a terrorist under the UAPA Act. pic.twitter.com/SHlSCZId19
— The Analyzer (News Updates🗞️) (@Indian_Analyzer) January 1, 2024
International Attention and Movement
In 2022, Interpol issued a notice against Goldy Brar, prompting reports of his relocation to the United States. His notoriety grew after claiming responsibility for the murder of Sidhu Moose Wala, a revelation detailed in a substantial chargesheet in the Moose Wala murder case.
Accusations and Retribution
Goldy Brar faces accusations of murdering Faridkot Youth Congress leader Gurlal Singh Bhullar, purportedly in retaliation for the killing of his cousin Gurlal Brar. Additionally, he is implicated in the killing of an accused individual in the 2015 Bargari sacrilege case.
NIA’s Involvement
The National Investigation Agency (NIA) charged Goldy Brar in March of the previous year, connecting him to Babbar Khalsa International and Canada-based terrorist Lakhbir Singh. Interestingly, his father, Shamsher Singh, served as an assistant sub-inspector in the Punjab police.
Unraveling the Criminal Network
The revelation of Goldy Brar’s involvement in numerous criminal activities sheds light on the intricate web of illicit operations spanning multiple countries. The decision to designate him as a terrorist underscores the severity of his actions and their implications for national security.
HUGE – Canada based Gangster Goldy Brar declared ‘terrorist’ under UAPA by Union Home Minister Amit Shah 🔥🔥
NIA has also identified 43 Khalistan supporters, allegedly involved in vioIence at the Indian High Commission in London on March 19 ⚡
Govt planning for their visa-ban,… pic.twitter.com/pXYvX3FetM
— Times Algebra (@TimesAlgebraIND) January 1, 2024
Conclusion
As Goldy Brar’s criminal activities continue to unravel, authorities remain vigilant, emphasizing the need for international cooperation in curbing the influence of such individuals. The journey from a relatively unknown individual to a designated terrorist highlights the challenges in tracking and addressing transnational criminal networks.