Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 05:13pm on 03 Nov 2025,Monday India Global
The US Treasury Department sanctioned dual Indian-Mexican national Anil Bhardwaj, his wife Indu Rani, three associates, and 16 companies for operating a sophisticated human smuggling organization from Cancun, Mexico. Bhardwaj's HSO smuggled thousands of undocumented migrants from Europe, Middle East, South America, and Asia into America using yachts, marinas, and the Tapachula-Cancun-Mexicali corridor. The organization also engaged in drug trafficking, bribery, and money laundering, generating thousands of dollars per individual while receiving support from Sinaloa Cartel operatives. OFAC designated India-based Veena Shivani Estates, Michigantap Hospitality restaurant, VVN Buildcon, and five other companies for facilitating criminal activities. All property and interests in the US are now blocked. (PC: NDTV)
