Rao Inderjeet Yadav arrested in Dubai: Haryana’s ‘strongman’ gangster behind murder, ED raids and celebrity links
PTC Web Desk: Rao Inderjeet Yadav, a Haryana-based gangster who fled India after a high-profile murder case in 2024, has been arrested in Dubai, according to official sources. Authorities in Dubai have sought relevant documents from Indian agencies, indicating that his extradition to India may take place shortly.
Yadav, who hails from Rohtak in Haryana, had been on the run following the murder of a businessman last year. The case triggered multiple investigations, including a money laundering probe by the Enforcement Directorate (ED).
Police records reveal that more than 15 criminal cases and chargesheets have been filed against him in Haryana and Uttar Pradesh. He is accused of serious offences such as extortion, fraud, illegal land dealings, coercive loan settlements and armed intimidation. The ED has described him as a “strongman” who played a key role in settling high-value financial disputes through threats and force.
During raids conducted in Delhi and Gurugram, the ED seized several assets linked to Yadav. These included five luxury cars, cash worth Rs 17 lakh, bank lockers, digital devices and documents related to his alleged illegal network.
Apart from his criminal background, Yadav is also known as the owner of Gem Records Entertainment Pvt Ltd, which operates the music platform ‘Gems Tunes’. Founded in 2006, the platform produces and distributes regional content, including Haryanvi, Punjabi and Hindi songs.
Yadav maintained a lavish lifestyle and had a strong presence on social media, with over 15 lakh followers on Instagram. He frequently shared pictures with Bollywood personalities.
His name has surfaced in multiple violent incidents. In December 2024, he was linked to the murder of financier Manjeet Dighal. He was also allegedly involved in the firing at singer Rahul Fazilpuria’s residence and in incidents connected to social media personality Elvish Yadav.
Despite the allegations, Yadav recently claimed in an interview that he is innocent and a victim of a conspiracy. Authorities, however, continue to pursue legal action as preparations for his return to India move forward.
- With inputs from agencies
