Indian politician Baba Siddique was shot dead in Mumbai, prompting a security scandal. Two suspects were arrested, amid speculation of gang connections. The motive remains unclear as authorities investigate, and criticism rises over security lapses.
Murder of Indian Politician Baba Siddique Sparks Controversy
Murder of Indian Politician Baba Siddique Sparks Controversy
Indian Politician Baba Siddique Shot Dead in Mumbai, Two Arrests Made
In a shocking development, Baba Siddique, a prominent Indian politician, has been fatally shot in Mumbai. The tragic incident took place near his son's office, also a political figure. The news has ignited a storm of criticism over security failures, with opposition parties targeting the state government.
Siddique, formerly a local minister and senior political leader in Maharashtra state, had recently shifted from Congress to the National Congress Party (NCP), an ally of the ruling BJP. His high-profile lifestyle included hosting grand parties with Bollywood elites, a fact that further highlights the boldness of the attack, which occurred even as major Hindu festival security was heightened.
Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar, Siddique’s party associate, condemned the "cowardly attack," expressing his shock and dismay. Following this assassination, the state government has pledged a detailed inquiry to uncover the truth behind the incident.
While two suspects are in custody, a third remains at large. Reports suggest involvement of Lawrence Bishnoi's criminal gang, notorious in several violent crimes, including the high-profile murder of Indian rapper Sidhu Moose Wala. Bishnoi is currently imprisoned but still wields influence.
This murder follows recent upgrades to Siddique's security after receiving death threats, intensifying questions regarding official protection measures. As investigations proceed, the motive behind Siddique's assassination remains murky, contributing to the ongoing political tension in Maharashtra.
Siddique, formerly a local minister and senior political leader in Maharashtra state, had recently shifted from Congress to the National Congress Party (NCP), an ally of the ruling BJP. His high-profile lifestyle included hosting grand parties with Bollywood elites, a fact that further highlights the boldness of the attack, which occurred even as major Hindu festival security was heightened.
Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar, Siddique’s party associate, condemned the "cowardly attack," expressing his shock and dismay. Following this assassination, the state government has pledged a detailed inquiry to uncover the truth behind the incident.
While two suspects are in custody, a third remains at large. Reports suggest involvement of Lawrence Bishnoi's criminal gang, notorious in several violent crimes, including the high-profile murder of Indian rapper Sidhu Moose Wala. Bishnoi is currently imprisoned but still wields influence.
This murder follows recent upgrades to Siddique's security after receiving death threats, intensifying questions regarding official protection measures. As investigations proceed, the motive behind Siddique's assassination remains murky, contributing to the ongoing political tension in Maharashtra.
