New Delhi:
Baba Siddique, 66, a former three-time MLA from Bandra West and member of the Ajit Pawar faction of the Nationwide Congress Celebration (NCP), was shot useless final night time in Bandra East, Mumbai. At the very least six bullets have been fired at Mr Siddique close to his son Zeeshan’s workplace and 4 hit him within the chest. Three males carried out the taking pictures throughout Dussehra festivities. The 2 suspects arrested within the killing of Mr Siddique have claimed they belong to the Lawrence Bishnoi gang, stated sources. Nevertheless, the gang is but to take accountability for the homicide, which was carried out regardless of the minister having the ‘Y’ safety. Cops suspect it to be contract killing.
Listed here are the newest developments after Baba Siddique’s homicide:
Hours after Baba Siddique was shot useless, the Bishnoi gang claimed accountability for the assassination by way of a social media submit. Central companies are actually investigating the submit, reportedly linked to a Fb account belonging to Shibu Lonkar, who, sources counsel, could also be Shubham Rameshwar Lonkar – an affiliate of the Bishnoi gang. Earlier this yr, Shubham Lonkar was arrested from Maharashtra’s Akola for possession of unlawful weapons and is believed to have sturdy connections with the Bishnoi community. Throughout police interrogation, Shubham confessed to speaking with Anmol Bishnoi, Lawrence’s shut brother, by way of video calls, and Bishnoi himself.
In a social media submit, Shibu talked about about Anuj Thapan, who fired at Salman Khan’s home earlier in April. Anuj was arrested by Mumbai Crime Department. He died within the custody of Mumbai Police.
Two of the three shooters who killed former Minister Baba Siddique hail from Gandara village in Uttar Pradesh’s Bahraich, confirmed SP Vrinda Shukla. Each of them used to work for a scrap seller in Pune. Whereas Dharamraj Kashyap was arrested in Mumbai, Shiv Kumar Gautam, also referred to as Shiva, is on a run. In accordance with the police, there isn’t any felony report of them.
“Dharamraj had left the home to work in Delhi. We do not know when he moved to Mumbai,” stated Dharamraj’s mom throughout an interrogation.
The shooters attacked Baba Siddique to make a reputation within the underworld, stated the sources. The three accused met a member of Lawrence Bishnoi gang in Punjab jail.
Shocked & saddened to listen to in regards to the assassination of Baba Siddique Sahab. Unsettling to know that this occurred in broad daylight regardless of him having Y safety. My coronary heart goes out to his household & family members. Might Allah Ta’Aala grant maghfirat to the departed soul.
– Mehbooba Mufti (@MehboobaMufti) October 13, 2024
Baba Siddique, who joined Congress as a youngster, pulled an enormous switcheroo in February when he stop his celebration of 48 years and joined Ajit Pawar’s NCP.
Baba Siddique was recognized not only for his political connections throughout celebration traces, but in addition for internet hosting lavish events. In a single such celebration in 2013, Mr Siddique inadvertently performed a task in uniting two of Bollywood’s megastars, Shah Rukh Khan and Salman Khan.
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मुम्बई में सरेआम NCP नेता की गोली मारकर हत्या की इस वारदात से ना केवल महाराष्ट्र बल्कि देशभर के लोग ख़ौफ़ज़दा हैं। दिल्ली में भी कमोबेश यही माहौल बना दिया है इन्होंने। ये लोग पूरे देश में गैंगस्टर राज लाना चाहते हैं। जनता को अब इनके ख़िलाफ़ खड़ा होना ही पड़ेगा।
– Arvind Kejriwal (@ArvindKejriwal) October 13, 2024
Safety has been enhanced outdoors Galaxy flats, the residence of actor Salman Khan, following Baba Siddique’s homicide.
Bishnoi Gang Killed Baba Siddique?
Lawrence Bishnoi’s gang claims accountability for former Maharashtra minister Baba Siddique’s homicide.
Strongman To Bollywood Mediator, Baba Siddique’s Flamboyant Life
Deputy Chief Minister of Maharashtra, Ajit Pawar stated the opposition mustn’t politicise the demise f of Baba Siddique. “He was additionally within the Congress.” The remarks come after Congress chief Rahul Gandhi raised questions over the regulation and order scenario in Maharashtra.
“The federal government should take accountability, and justice should prevail,” he stated.
“The police are investigating,” stated Mr Pawar. Sharing particulars of the final rites, he stated, “In a short time, the physique can be taken to his home for individuals to pay their final respects. He can be buried at 8.30 pm within the Bada Kabristan in Marine Traces.”
Watch | Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar: 5-Member Group Fashioned To Nab third Accused In Baba Siddique Homicide pic.twitter.com/tJAE3PSZCE
– EDNBOX (@ndtv) October 13, 2024
Shiv Kumar Gautam, also referred to as Shiva, the third accused on a run, was working with a scrap seller in Pune for about six years. A few months in the past, he had invited Dharamraj, one of many three accused, to Pune for work. The one that gave the contract of Baba Siddique’s homicide organized a gathering between the three shooters – Shiva, Dharmaraj and Gurmail. A case of homicide can be registered towards Gurmail. No felony report of the opposite two accused has been discovered up to now.
Whereas 23-year-old Gurmail Baljit Singh is a resident of Haryana, 19-year-old Dharamraj Rajesh Kashyap and Shiva are from Uttar Pradesh’s Bahraich.
Congress chief Rahul Gandhi stated the killing of Nationalist Congress Celebration (NCP) chief Baba Siddique ‘uncovered’ the collapse of regulation and order in Maharashtra. “The federal government should take accountability, and justice should prevail,” he stated.
In a submit on X, he wrote: “The tragic demise of Baba Siddique ji is stunning and saddening. My ideas are along with his household on this tough time.”
The tragic demise of Baba Siddique ji is stunning and saddening. My ideas are along with his household on this tough time.
This horrifying incident exposes the whole collapse of regulation and order in Maharashtra. The federal government should take accountability, and justice should prevail.
– Rahul Gandhi (@RahulGandhi) October 13, 2024
Ajit Pawar, Deputy Chief Minister of Maharashtra met Baba Siddique’s son Zeeshan Siddique, following his homicide. Baba Siddique was the member of the Ajit Pawar faction of the Nationwide Congress Celebration (NCP).
Each the accused arrested in Baba Siddique’s homicide case can be introduced in Killa Courtroom at 12 pm. Their medical checkup can be completed in GT Hospital.
Two males – Gurmail Baljit Singh, 23, from Haryana and Dharamraj Rajesh Kashyap, 19, from Uttar Pradesh – have been arrested whereas the third, Shiv Kumar Gautam (Shiva) from Uttar Pradesh’s Bahraich stays on the run.
*Inna lillahi wa Inna ilayhi raji’un*
With Immense Grief, We inform you that Our Beloved *Shri. Baba Siddique*, Father of MLA *Shri. Zeeshan Baba Siddique* & *Dr. Arshia Siddique* & Husband of *Mrs. Shehzeen Siddique* has left for his Heavenly Abode.
Namaz E Janaza – At the moment…
– Zeeshan Siddique (@zeeshan_iyc) October 13, 2024
Two days earlier than his stunning homicide, Baba Siddique had posted a heartfelt tribute on Instagram, honouring the late industrialist Ratan Tata, who died on October 9 at age 86. In his submit, Mr Siddique described Ratan Tata’s demise because the “Finish of an Period.”
Baba Siddique Shot Lifeless: Ex-Minister Obtained Dying Risk 15 Days In the past
Sources near Baba Siddique declare he had obtained a demise risk 15 days in the past and was given the ‘Y’ class safety cowl. Mr Siddique, nevertheless, didn’t report any risk from the Bishnoi gang, in response to the police.
Visuals From The Spot The place NCP Chief Baba Siddiqui Was Shot
Maharashtra Chief Minister Eknath Shinde has ordered a state funeral with full authorities honuors for former Minister of State Baba Siddique.
How Baba Siddique’s Homicide Was Carried Out
The three accused arrived on the taking pictures spot in an auto rickshaw and waited for some time earlier than the taking pictures befell, added the sources within the crime department. Police consider another person was offering them with details about Mr Siddique’s location.
The three accused obtained weapons just a few days earlier than the deliberate taking pictures by way of a human courier, in response to the sources. The three shooters have been dwelling in a rented home in Kurla for the previous two months, for ₹ 14,000 monthly. Reportedly, the shooters have been paid ₹ 3 lakh upfront, to execute the homicide. The cash was to be divided between 4 individuals who took the contract for the homicide.Throughout their interrogation by the Mumbai Police Crime Department, which lasted for seven hours, the 2 arrested suspects claimed that they had been conducting a recce of the taking pictures spot in Bandra East for practically a month, stated sources. Additionally they recced Mr Siddique’s house and workplace a lot upfront.
Baba Siddique Shooters Declare To Be From Lawrence Bishnoi Gang: Sources
The 2 suspects arrested within the killing of former Maharashtra minister Baba Siddique have claimed they belong to the Lawrence Bishnoi gang, stated sources. Cops are but to confirm this declare whereas the gang is but to confess accountability for the homicide that has sparked safety considerations forward of the Maharashtra state elections.
Quickly after Baba Siddique was declared useless, Ajit Pawar, Deputy Chief Minister of Maharashtra took to X (previously Twitter) and expressed grief over the demise of former minister.
” I used to be shocked to know that he died on this incident. I’ve misplaced my good colleague, buddy. I strongly condemn this cowardly assault. I provide my heartfelt tributes to Baba Siddiqui,” he wrote.
The incident can be totally investigated and strict motion can be taken towards the attackers, he stated. “The mastermind behind the assault will even be traced.”
राष्ट्रवादी काँग्रेसचे नेते, माजी राज्यमंत्री, विधिमंडळात प्रदीर्घकाळ राहिलेले माझे सहकारी बाबा सिद्दीकी यांच्यावर झालेल्या गोळीबाराची घटना अत्यंत दुर्दैवी, निषेधार्ह आणि वेदनादायी आहे. या घटनेत त्यांचं निधन झाल्याचं समजून मला धक्का बसला. मी माझा चांगला सहकारी, मित्र गमावला आहे….
– Ajit Pawar (@AjitPawarSpeaks) October 12, 2024
Gang-Warfare-Like Scenario Ought to Not Resurface In Mumbai: CM Eknath Shinde
“I’ve requested the police to take strict motion and guarantee nobody takes regulation and order into their fingers. A gang-war-like scenario shouldn’t be allowed to resurface in Mumbai,” stated Maharashtra Chief Minister Eknath Shinde in Marathi.
Former Minister Baba Siddique was rushed to the Lilavati Hospital’s emergency medical providers at 9.30 pm in an unresponsive situation with no pulse, no cardiac exercise, and no blood strain, officers from the medical facility advised information company PTI.
He had misplaced numerous blood. He was shifted to the ICU in an try to avoid wasting him however was declared useless at 11.27 pm. This morning, round 6 am, Mr Siddique’s physique was shifted to Cooper Hospital for postmortem.
Baba Siddique Dying: Two Of The Three Accused Arrested
Baba Siddique was shot useless between 9:15 pm and 9:30 pm on Saturday close to Zeeshan, his son’s workplace in Bandra East. Two males – 23-year-old Gurmail Baljit Singh from Haryana and 19-year-old Dharamraj Rajesh Kashyap from Uttar Pradesh – have been arrested whereas the third shooter, Shiv Kumar stays on the run. Mumbai police have sought the assistance of Haryana and UP police for particulars on the 2 arrested accused.
Baba Siddique, 66, a outstanding politician from the Ajit Pawar faction of the Nationalist Congress Celebration and a former three-time MLA from Bandra East, was shot useless in Bandra final night time.
