Indian politician Baba Siddique, aged 66, was tragically shot dead in Mumbai near his son’s office. The incident has sparked a wave of criticism over security lapses in the city, especially during a high-security period due to a major Hindu festival.
Background Information
Siddique, a prominent political figure in Maharashtra, had recently switched allegiances from Congress to the National Congress Party (NCP), which is part of the ruling coalition with the BJP. His sudden death has raised concerns as Maharashtra is gearing up for legislative elections next month.
Details of the Incident
Details | Information |
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Victim | Baba Siddique, former local minister |
Location | Near his son’s office, Mumbai |
Suspects Arrested | Two suspects in custody, third suspect at large |
Possible Gang Involvement | Links to Lawrence Bishnoi’s gang |
Security Situation | Incident occurred during high security due to a festival |
Response from Officials | Deputy CM Ajit Pawar condemns the attack |
Political and Security Concerns
The opposition parties have heavily criticized the government for the “major security lapse” that led to Siddique’s assassination, despite his security detail being upgraded after recent death threats. Police are still investigating the motive behind the attack, but initial reports suggest a possible gang connection to Lawrence Bishnoi, a notorious criminal involved in high-profile murders.
Maharashtra’s government has assured a thorough investigation into the killing and aims to identify all those responsible for this “cowardly attack.”