What is the role of CBI as Interpol of India?
In this era of globalization and information technology crime and criminals easily cross national boundaries. Crime and Criminals have gone transnational. The International Police Criminal Organization (ICPO or Interpol) has emerged as an important institution for strengthening cooperation amongst law enforcement agencies of various countries. As Interpol of India, CBI acts as an interface between the law enforcement agencies of India and other countries to ensure such cooperation. It facilitates exchange and sharing of information by these agencies. It also gets the red corner notices of the fugitive criminals, wanted in India, published. Besides above it also plays a role in negotiation and finalization of Mutual Legal Assistance Treaties (MLATs) and Extradition Treaties between India and other countries. CBI also facilitates execution of Letter of Requests for Investigation in India and out of India.
