India, Oct. 25 -- Notorious gangster Nilesh Ghaywal's passport has finally been revoked by the Regional Passport Office, Pune, following a detailed report submitted by the Pune police. Ghaywal, currently believed to be in Switzerland, has at least 10 criminal cases registered against him under various sections, including those under the stringent Maharashtra Control of Organised Crime Act (MCOCA). The revocation marks a significant step in the police's strategy to weaken Ghaywal's financial and operational base, which extends beyond India.

A senior official confirmed that the Regional Passport Office on Thursday issued an official order cancelling Ghaywal's passport after verifying reports and evidence submitted by the Pune police and co...