The murder of Baba Siddique, a prominent Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) leader, has taken a new turn with revelations about the accused. Gurmail Singh from Haryana and Dharamraj Kashyap from Uttar Pradesh have been identified as the suspects in the shocking shooting that occurred on October 12, 2024, in Mumbai. Following the incident, Gurmail's grandmother, Phooli Devi, stated that the family disowned him 11 years ago and has no connection with him. She mentioned that Gurmail returned to the village approximately 45 months ago. Meanwhile, Karnail Singh's mother noted that he had gone to Pune for work and last visited home during Holi. [03531889]
Baba Siddique was shot twice in the chest and was pronounced dead at Lilavati Hospital shortly after the attack. The Mumbai Crime Branch has registered a case at Nirmal Nagar Police Station under relevant laws and is actively investigating the circumstances surrounding the murder. The police have disclosed details about the planning of the crime, which is believed to be politically motivated. [789b525c]
In the wake of this tragedy, Maharashtra Chief Minister Eknath Shinde has promised strict action against the perpetrators, emphasizing the need for justice. The incident has raised concerns about political violence in the region, especially following another serious incident involving a hit-and-run case in Worli. Shinde has faced criticism for his handling of both cases, with public calls for accountability and transparency in the investigations. [0e7586cb]
As the investigation continues, the NCP has canceled all party programs to honor Siddique's memory. The political landscape in Maharashtra is under scrutiny as citizens demand justice for the slain leader and seek assurances against further violence. [48db6b09]