“Australia and India have strong and growing economic and community ties, and we are working together to realise shared opportunities for growth and exchange.”

Surrey Police are separately investigating 44 extortion cases and 27 related shootings, with Mayor Brenda Locke announcing a $250,000 reward fund for tipsters who help secure convictions.

"I look forward to catching up with you soon, Prime Minister, and to many more years of friendship and progress."

The report found that while only 12 per cent of permanent visa places currently go to offshore skilled entrants, temporary visa holders are contributing significantly to the country’s skill base.

The spread included cuisines from Bihar, Karnataka, Odisha, Rajasthan, Tamil Nadu, Uttar Pradesh and Uttarakhand.

As per report at the time of the incident, the man was wearing a black checkered long-sleeve shirt, black pants, black running shoes, and carried a black shoulder bag with a boombox slung over his shoulder.

A seasoned diplomat, Mehta has served in Madrid, Washington, D.C., and most recently as Deputy High Commissioner in Canberra.

Authorities are investigating the cause of the leak, with carbon monoxide poisoning suspected.

Additionally, authorities in Australia have warned that applicants themselves risk heavy fines and jail time if they knowingly provide false information.

“Rest assured, the time for being soft on these Illegal Immigrant Criminals is OVER under my watch.”