Baba Ziauddin Siddique, a notable politician from Mumbai's ruling coalition, was fatally shot outside his son’s office, prompting a nationwide outcry and a heated political debate. With a history rooted in Mumbai's complex political arena, Siddique’s death has revived concerns over gang violence reminiscent of the notorious 1990s era. While police have arrested three men linked to the Bishnoi gang, the motive remains unclear. This high-profile assassination arrives amidst rising political tensions ahead of Maharashtra's assembly elections.
Murder of Prominent Mumbai Politician Sparks Nationwide Alarm
Murder of Prominent Mumbai Politician Sparks Nationwide Alarm
The mysterious killing of Baba Siddique, a key political figure in Mumbai, leaves India in shock.
The sudden murder of Baba Ziauddin Siddique, an influential political leader in Mumbai, sent ripples of shock and concern across India, igniting debates about law and order. Siddique, 66, was brutally shot near his car as he exited his son's office in a bustling area of Mumbai, later succumbing to his injuries in the hospital. His assassination immediately sparked a political blame game, as leaders across parties expressed concern over the state government’s handling of law and order.
Baba Siddique was a significant figure in Maharashtra politics, having started his career with the Congress party in the 1980s and worked his way up to become a minister. His high-profile iftar parties in Mumbai, attended by Bollywood celebrities, added to his public persona. Recently, Siddique shifted allegiance from the Congress to the Nationalist Congress Party, aligning with the current state coalition.
Eyewitnesses recount the chaotic scene where Siddique was gunned down by three shooters who fired multiple rounds before fleeing. The attack also injured a bystander. Police investigations are in full swing with three arrests made so far, linked to the infamous Bishnoi gang. The gang's leader, Lawrence Bishnoi, is jailed but allegedly remains active in orchestrating crimes.
The murder has drawn parallels to Mumbai's criminal past from the 1990s, raising fears of a resurgence in politically motivated violence. Reports have revealed that Siddique had received threats prior to his death, prompting increased security which sadly proved inadequate.
As the investigation continues, the government faces scrutiny over its handling of security threats. The incident casts a shadow over the upcoming Maharashtra assembly elections, raising questions about safety amidst heightened political rivalry. Politicians and the public alike urge swift justice and measures to curb organized crime's influence on politics.
Baba Siddique was a significant figure in Maharashtra politics, having started his career with the Congress party in the 1980s and worked his way up to become a minister. His high-profile iftar parties in Mumbai, attended by Bollywood celebrities, added to his public persona. Recently, Siddique shifted allegiance from the Congress to the Nationalist Congress Party, aligning with the current state coalition.
Eyewitnesses recount the chaotic scene where Siddique was gunned down by three shooters who fired multiple rounds before fleeing. The attack also injured a bystander. Police investigations are in full swing with three arrests made so far, linked to the infamous Bishnoi gang. The gang's leader, Lawrence Bishnoi, is jailed but allegedly remains active in orchestrating crimes.
The murder has drawn parallels to Mumbai's criminal past from the 1990s, raising fears of a resurgence in politically motivated violence. Reports have revealed that Siddique had received threats prior to his death, prompting increased security which sadly proved inadequate.
As the investigation continues, the government faces scrutiny over its handling of security threats. The incident casts a shadow over the upcoming Maharashtra assembly elections, raising questions about safety amidst heightened political rivalry. Politicians and the public alike urge swift justice and measures to curb organized crime's influence on politics.
