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| name | | name = Sameer Wankhede | ||
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| birth_place | | caption = Sameer Wankhede in Mumbai | ||
| birth_date = {{Birth date and age|1979|12|14|df=y}}<ref>{{cite news|url=https://indianexpress.com/article/explained/in-allegations-against-sameer-wankhede-questions-of-religion-conversion-in-eligibility-for-sc-quota-7594301/|title=In allegations against Sameer Wankhede, questions of religion, conversion, in eligibility for SC quota|date=28 October 2021|publisher=[[The Indian Express]]}}</ref> | |||
| | | birth_place = [[Mumbai]], Maharashtra, India<ref name="singham">{{cite news |date=24 November 2020 |title=Sameer Wankhede—Mumbai’s Singham |publisher=[[India Today]] |url=https://www.indiatoday.in/india-today-insight/story/sameer-wankhede-mumbai-s-singham-1743762-2020-11-24}}</ref> | ||
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| | | occupation = [[Indian Revenue Service (Custom & Indirect Taxes)|IRS]] officer | ||
| spouse = | | nationality = [[India]]n | ||
| | | alma_mater = [[University of Mumbai]] | ||
| spouse = {{ubl|{{marriage|Shabana Qureshi|2006|2016|reason=divorced}}<ref name="firstwife">{{cite news |title='My father is Hindu and my mother was Muslim': Sameer Wankhede after 'slanderous attacks' by Maharashtra Minister Nawab Malik |url=https://www.indiatoday.in/india/story/my-mother-is-muslim-sameer-wankhede-hits-back-at-nawab-malik-1869080-2021-10-25 |work=Free Press Journal|date=25 October 2021 |language=en}}</ref>|{{marriage|Kranti Redkar|2017}}<ref name="spouse">{{cite news |title=NCB officer Sameer Wankedhe's wife Kranti Redkar Wankhede was Ajay Devgn's 'Gangajal' co-star, know all about her |url=https://www.dnaindia.com/bollywood/report-aryan-khan-case-ncb-officer-sameer-wankedhe-wife-kranti-redkar-wankhede-was-ajay-devgn-s-gangajal-co-star-2914461 |work=DNA India |date=7 October 2021 |language=en}}</ref>}} | |||
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== | '''Sameer Wankhede''' is an Indian officer of the [[Indian Revenue Service (Custom & Indirect Taxes)|Indian Revenue Service]] from the 2008 batch.<ref>{{Cite web|date=October 24, 2021|first=Saurabh|last=Vaktania|title=IRS officer behind drug-busts: All you need to know about NCB's Sameer Wankhede and his family|url=https://www.indiatoday.in/india/story/sameer-wankhede-ncb-mumbai-cruise-drug-case-ssr-death-nawab-malik-aryan-khan-1868872-2021-10-24|access-date=2021-10-27|website=India Today|language=en}}</ref> Until 2021, he worked as Zonal Director of the [[Narcotics Control Bureau]] (NCB).<ref name="sushantcase">{{cite news |title=Behind the scenes: Who is Sameer Wankhede, the man investigating Aryan Khan? And why is actress Kranti Redkar proud of him? |url=https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/magazines/panache/behind-the-scenes-who-is-sameer-wankhede-the-man-investigating-aryan-khan-and-why-actress-kranti-redkar-is-proud-of-him/articleshow/86801748.cms?from=mdr |work=The Economic Times}}</ref> Prior to joining [[Narcotics Control Bureau|NCB]], Sameer Wankhede worked with the [[National Investigation Agency]] and the Air Intelligence Unit.<ref | ||
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==Early life and education== | |||
Sameer Wankhede is an Indian civil servant known for his contributions as an officer in the [[Indian Revenue Service (IRS)|Indian Revenue Service (Custom & Indirect Taxes)]]. He was born on December 14, 1979, in a middle-class family in [[Maharashtra]], [[India]]. He completed his BA in 2001 from [[Ramnarain Ruia College]].<ref>{{cite news |title=मुंबई:नवाब मलिक की बढ़ सकती हैं मुश्किलें समीर वानखेड़े के पिता|url=https://www.amarujala.com/india-news/drugs-case-sameer-wankhede-father-dhyandev-kachruji-wankhede-files-defamation-suit-against-nawab-malik |access-date=7 November 2021 |work=Amarujala |date=7 November 2021}}</ref><ref>{{cite news |title=Sameer Wankhede — Sameer Wankhede Biography: Everything about Zonal Director NCB |url=https://www.jagrantv.com/en-show/sameer-wankhede-biography-age-career-ncb-officer-upsc-rank-family-wife-daughter-photo-and-news-rc1023905 |access-date=19 May 2023 |work=Jagran Tv |date=19 May 2023}}</ref> | |||
During his formative years, Wankhede developed a keen interest in social issues and governance. After completing his primary and secondary education in Maharashtra, he enrolled in a reputed university to further his academic journey. He also graduated with a degree in [[LLB|Bachelor of Laws]] from the [[Mumbai University]] reflecting his interest in legal matters and the judiciary system.<ref>https://hindi.news18.com/photogallery/career/irs-sameer-wankhede-educational-qualification-upsc-rank-biography-age-wife-controversy-aryan-khan-drug-case-6237831-page-6.html</ref> | |||
==Career== | ==Career== | ||
He | Throughout his career, Wankhede has held various positions in law enforcement agencies involved in drug enforcement. He has been actively involved in conducting raids, intelligence operations, and undercover investigations targeting drug traffickers and their networks.<ref>{{cite news |title=Sameer Wankhede to appear in Khupte Tithe Gupte, says, "Threats from the underworld don't scare me", watch promo |url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/tv/news/marathi/sameer-wankhede-to-appear-in-khupte-tithe-gupte-says-threats-from-the-underworld-dont-scare-me-watch-promo/articleshow/102388930.cms |access-date=3 August 2023 |work=Times Of India |date=3 August 2023}}</ref><ref>{{cite news |title=जानिए कौन है वो अफसर, जिसके नाम से बॉलीवुड में मची है खलबली |url=https://www.aajtak.in/crime/police-and-intelligence/story/mumbai-sushant-singh-rajput-case-drugs-angle-bollywood-ips-sameer-wankhede-ncb-officer-investigation-crime-1123806-2020-09-03 |access-date=4 September 2020 |work=Aaj Tak |date=4 September 2020}}</ref><ref>{{cite news|url=https://mumbaimirror.indiatimes.com/mumbai/other/top-customs-official-refuses-security-cover-despite-death-threats/articleshow/18553650.cms|title=Top customs official refuses security cover despite death threats|date=13 February 2013}}</ref><ref>{{cite web | last=Bhardwaj | first=Ananya | title=Sameer Wankhede 'detached' from NCB, will report back to revenue intelligence as 'loan' ends | website=ThePrint | date=2022-01-03 | url=https://theprint.in/india/sameer-wankhede-detached-from-ncb-will-report-back-to-revenue-intelligence-as-loan-ends/794341/}}</ref> During his 15-year career he has been credited with seizure of 17,000 kilos of [[narcotics|Narcotic]] and 165 kilos of gold.<ref>https://www.freepressjournal.in/mumbai/nothing-personal-against-anyone-sameer-wankhede-on-nawab-maliks-accusations-in-aryan-khan-drugs-case</ref> | ||
===Zakir Naik case=== | |||
Sameer Wankhede played a crucial role in booking controversial Islamic preacher [[Zakir Naik]] for alleged money laundering and incitement of religious hatred.<ref>https://www.daijiworld.com/news/newsDisplay?newsID=430037</ref><ref>{{cite news |title=DRI Joint director loaned to NCB |url=https://mumbaimirror.indiatimes.com/mumbai/other/dri-joint-director-loaned-to-ncb/articleshow/77899766.cms}}</ref> | |||
===Dawood Ibrahim's aide Chinku Pathan case=== | |||
Chinku Pathan, known for his association with the infamous underworld don [[Dawood Ibrahim]], was a notorious figure in the world of crime. He was allegedly involved in various illegal activities, including drug trafficking, extortion, and violence. The operation was led by Sameer Wankhede and the arrest took place as part of an operation conducted by the Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB), where Wankhede serves as an officer.<ref>{{cite news |title=NCB arrests drug peddler associated with Dawood Ibrahim's aide Chinku Pathan |url=https://www.indiatoday.in/crime/story/ncb-arrests-drug-peddler-associated-with-dawood-ibrahim-s-aide-chinku-pathan-1851583-2021-09-10 |work=India Today |date=10 September 2021}}</ref> | |||
===Mika Singh Airport case=== | |||
In February 2013, singer [[Mika Singh]] was detained when he tried to move out of Mumbai international airport without declaring over Rs 9 lakh after he arrived from Bangkok.<ref>{{cite news |title=Singer Mika detained by customs for violation of FEMA rules |url=https://www.dnaindia.com/mumbai/report-singer-mika-detained-by-customs-for-violation-of-fema-rules-1797140 |access-date=21 November 2013 |work=DNA}}</ref> Singh was detained by the customs' Air Intelligence Unit headed by Sameer Wankhede. Two liquor bottles, sunglasses and perfumes were found in Mika's bag.<ref>https://www.indiatoday.in/india/story/ncb-sameer-wankhede-aryan-khan-drugs-case-bollywood-celebrities-1869724-2021-10-26</ref> | |||
===Khan case and corruption allegations=== | |||
Wankhede led the Cordelia case<ref>{{Cite web|title=Aryan Khan Case Officer Alleges Targeted Over "Dead Mother, Her Religion"|url=https://www.ndtv.com/india-news/aryan-khan-drugs-case-sameer-wankhede-dead-mother-her-religion-being-dragged-anti-drugs-officer-hits-out-2586880|access-date=2021-10-25|website=NDTV.com}}</ref> where a cruise ship was raided and [[Aryan Khan (actor)|Aryan Khan]], the son of actor [[Shah Rukh Khan]] was arrested on charges of drug use and possession. [[Aryan Khan (actor)|Aryan Khan]] spent 26 days in jail before being given bail. In May 2022 all charges against Khan were dropped, with Wankhede removed from the case after being accused of blackmail.<ref>{{cite news |last= |first= |date=27 May 2022 |title=Aryan Khan: Drug charges dropped against Shah Rukh Khan's son |url=https://www.bbc.com/news/world-asia-india-61548614 |work=[[BBC News]] |location= |access-date=18 June 2022}}</ref> He was transferred to [[Chennai]].<ref>{{cite web | title=NCB’s ex-zonal chief Sameer Wankhede transferred to Chennai | website=Hindustan Times | date=2022-05-31 | url=https://www.hindustantimes.com/india-news/wankhede-transferred-to-chennai-101653939060791.html}}</ref> | |||
In May 2023, Wankhede was charged with corruption, after allegedly threatening Khan that he would be framed for drugs if he did not pay a bribe of 250m rupees (US$3.04m.) Wankhede denied the claims and argued he was being punished for acting patriotically.<ref name="bbc1">{{cite news |last=Sebastian |first=Meryl |date=17 May 2023 |title=Aryan Khan case: Sameer Wankhede accused of asking for bribe from Shah Rukh Khan |url=https://www.bbc.com/news/world-asia-india-65606608|work=[[BBC News]] |location= |access-date=18 June 2022}}</ref> The national spokesman of the [[Nationalist Congress Party]], [[Nawab Malik]], accused Wankhede of various offences, including extortion.<ref name="bbc1"/> A probe by India's [[Narcotics Control Bureau]] claimed that Wankhede had confiscated valuables from suspects without recording them, had manipulated CCTV footage and had lived a lifestyle of foreign holidays far beyond his means, including trips to luxury resorts in the Maldives.<ref>{{cite news |last=Joshi |first=Sahil |date=19 May 2023 |title=Corruption, misconduct: Anti-drug agency's report on Aryan Khan case officer Sameer Wankhede |url=https://www.indiatoday.in/india/story/ncb-enquiry-report-findings-sameer-wankhede-corruption-aryan-khan-drugs-case-2381156-2023-05-18 |work=[[India Today]] |location= |access-date=18 June 2022}}</ref> | |||
===South Mumbai drug laboratory case=== | |||
Wankhede's investigation led the authorities to the clandestine drug laboratory operating in South Mumbai.<ref>https://www.deccanherald.com/india/mumbai-drug-racket-ncb-raids-4-places-in-dongri-nabs-1-942174.html</ref> This laboratory was not only involved in manufacturing illegal narcotics but also acted as a central hub for the distribution of drugs to various parts of the city and beyond. The drug cartel was found to be involved in producing and trafficking various types of narcotics, including synthetic drugs, cocaine, and MDMA (Ecstasy). The scale of the operation and the volume of drugs being circulated raised serious concerns among law enforcement agencies and policymakers. The agency had seized 12 kilograms of mephedrone, a pistol and cash ₹2.18 crore.<ref>{{cite news |title=Fourth member of south Mumbai drug cartel held |url=https://www.hindustantimes.com/cities/mumbai-news/fourth-member-of-south-mumbai-drug-cartel-held-101611432352472.html |access-date=24 Jan 2021 |work=Hindustan Times |date=24 Jan 2021}}</ref> | |||
===Bipasha Basu Airport case=== | |||
Actress [[Bipasha Basu]] was stopped at Mumbai International Airport after arriving from London in 2011 by Sameer Wankhede's team and slapped with a fine of Rs 12,000 for not declaring imported valuables worth Rs 60 lakh. She had allegedly not declared footwear, designer sunglasses and handbags.<ref>{{cite news |title=Customs detains Bipasha, let off after paying duty |url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/city/mumbai/customs-detains-bipasha-let-off-after-paying-duty/articleshow/8593987.cms |work=Times of India |date=27 May 2011}}</ref> | |||
==Personal life== | |||
He is married to Marathi actress Kranti Redkar.<ref name="spouse"/><ref>{{cite news |date=October 11, 2021 |first=Arvind |last=Ojha |title=Leading probe into cruise drugs case, NCB zonal head Sameer Wankhede gets six-month extension |url=https://www.indiatoday.in/india/story/ncb-mumbai-zonal-director-sameer-wankhede-aryan-khan-ship-drugs-ssr-case-1863654-2021-10-11 |work=India Today |language=en}}</ref> From his first marriage with Dr. Shabana Qureshi, he has a son, and from his second marriage, two daughters.<ref name="firstwife" /><ref>{{Cite web|date=2021-10-06|title=Ending drug menace not possible with NCB alone, citizens have to report it, says Kranti Redkar Wankhede|url=https://www.deccanherald.com/national/ending-drug-menace-not-possible-with-ncb-alone-citizens-have-to-report-it-says-kranti-redkar-wankhede-1037963.html|access-date=2021-10-25|website=Deccan Herald|language=en}}</ref> | |||
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