US Revokes Visas of Indian Executives, Families Over Fentanyl Trafficking Links

The United States has revoked and denied visas for certain Indian business executives and their families, citing alleged involvement in trafficking fentanyl precursors. The announcement, made by the US Embassy in New Delhi, comes just hours after President Donald Trump warned countries with rampant narcotics production and trafficking. The Embassy confirmed that this action, taken under the US Immigration and Nationality Act, is part of Washington’s broader crackdown on the global flow of synthetic narcotics. Executives linked to companies suspected of trafficking fentanyl precursors will face heightened scrutiny in future visa applications, with close family members also ineligible for entry. US Chargé d’affaires Jorgan Andrews stressed that individuals and organizations facilitating the illegal drug trade will face serious consequences. The Embassy also thanked India for its cooperation in combating the fentanyl crisis. Watch our full report for the details behind this unprecedented move, what it means for India-US ties, and the global fight against synthetic drugs.