Indian National Major Singh on FBI Most Wanted List Over Alleged Role in Jaggu Bhagwanpuria Crime Group
The FBI has added Indian national Major Singh to its wanted list for his alleged role in the Jaggu Bhagwanpuria organised crime group. Charged with RICO conspiracy, firearms trafficking, and drug distribution under 'Operation Hard Ball', Singh is accused of terrorizing the Indian diaspora. The FBI urges the public to report any information via tips.fbi.gov.
The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) has named Indian national Major Singh as a wanted fugitive for his alleged role in a transnational organised crime group directed by imprisoned Indian gangster Jaggu Bhagwanpuria. The charges stem from a sweeping multi-year investigation known as "Operation Hard Ball", which has dismantled several India-based criminal networks operating across the United States.
Federal Charges and Indictment
On June 25, 2026, a federal arrest warrant was issued for Major Singh in the United States District Court for the Central District of California. According to the FBI, Singh is charged with:
- Racketeer Influenced and Corrupt Organisations (RICO) Conspiracy.
- Conspiracy to Engage in the Business of Dealing in Firearms Without a License.
- Conspiracy to Distribute and Possess with Intent to Distribute Controlled Substances. Who Is Gurinderjit Singh Nagra? Punjab Cop Named in FBI Extortion Case.
Indian National Major Singh on FBI's Most Wanted List
Investigators allege that Singh was a key operative for the Jaggu Bhagwanpuria Organised Crime Group, a syndicate originating in the Punjab state of India that expanded its illicit operations into California and other regions.
Operation Hard Ball: Dismantling Global Networks
Major Singh’s designation as a wanted individual is part of a larger federal crackdown on India-based crime syndicates. In July 2026, U.S. authorities unsealed three separate indictments targeting the Lawrence Bishnoi and Jaggu Bhagwanpuria organised crime groups. According to the Department of Justice, these syndicates utilised a sophisticated model to extend their reach abroad:
- Recruitment: The gangs allegedly preyed on impoverished youth in India, facilitating their movement to the U.S. using student or work visas.
- Criminal Activity: Once established, members engaged in large-scale drug trafficking, extortion, and the sale of illegal firearms, including automatic weapons and grenades.
- Intimidation: Prosecutors state that the group used social media to claim credit for violent acts, including murders, to terrorise the diaspora and ensure compliance with extortion demands.
Suspect Profile
The FBI has released the following physical description of Major Singh to assist in the ongoing search:
- Date of Birth: July 20, 1997
- Nationality: Indian
- Physical Features: 5’8” tall, approximately 182 pounds, black hair, and black eyes. Punjab Shocker: RTI Activist Simranjit Singh Shot Dead Near Lovely Professional University in Phagwara.
Call for Public Assistance
The FBI’s Los Angeles Field Office is leading the investigation. Authorities emphasise that the syndicate remains dangerous and has been linked to corrupt law enforcement officials in India who allegedly assisted in targeting victims for extortion. The FBI urges anyone with information regarding Major Singh’s whereabouts to contact their local FBI office, the nearest American Embassy or Consulate, or to submit an anonymous tip online at tips.fbi.gov.
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