US Revokes Visas Of Indian Business Executives For Involvement In Fentanyl Trafficking

The United States has revoked and denied visas to several Indian business executives and corporate leaders accused of involvement in the trafficking of fentanyl precursors, the US embassy in New Delhi confirmed on Thursday.

While the embassy did not reveal the names of those targeted by the action, it said the decision was taken under provisions of the US Immigration and Nationality Act, including sections 221(i), 212(a)(2)(C), and 214(b). The move also extends to close family members, who may now be ineligible to travel to the US.

‘Consequences for those fuelling drug trade’ US Chargé d’Affaires Jorgan Andrews said the step reinforced Washington’s determination to crack down on illegal narcotics.