The Mumbai Traffic Police have received a death threat targeting Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, warning that he would face the same fate as former minister Baba Siddique if he does not resign within 10 days.
This threat comes only weeks after Siddique, a leader of the NCP faction led by Ajit Pawar, was shot dead in Bandra. The threat also coincides with recent death threats made against actor Salman Khan.
The message, sent to a WhatsApp helpline managed by the Mumbai Traffic Police control room, came from an unknown number. It warned that Yogi Adityanath would be killed if he did not step down within the specified time. Mumbai Police have launched an investigation and are working to identify the sender.
Death Threat Against UP CM Yogi Adityanath Prompts
The Mumbai Traffic Police recently reported a death threat targeting Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath. This threat, received through a WhatsApp message from an unknown sender, demanded that he resign from his position within 10 days.
The message contained a serious warning, stating that if he does not step down, he will be “killed like Baba Siddique.” Baba Siddique, a former NCP (Ajit Pawar faction) leader and ex-minister, was shot dead in Bandra just last month, making this threat even more alarming.
The message was received by the Mumbai Traffic Police’s control room on Saturday evening. Following this, the Mumbai Police began investigating to trace the source of the message and identify the sender. Given the recent rise in security concerns, particularly due to ongoing threats to public figures like actor Salman Khan, the police have intensified their efforts to address this new risk.
Adding to the urgency, Yogi Adityanath is expected to visit Maharashtra soon as part of his campaign for the upcoming state assembly elections. In response to the threat, the police have significantly increased his security as a preventive measure.
In an official statement, the Mumbai Police shared, “The Mumbai Traffic Police Control Room received a death threat regarding UP CM Yogi Adityanath. The message indicated that if CM Yogi does not resign in 10 days, he will be killed like Baba Siddique. Our Traffic Control Cell is actively investigating to locate the sender of the message.”
With investigations underway, the police are on high alert and taking all necessary precautions to ensure the Chief Minister’s safety.
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Salman Khan Faces Renewed Threats
The recent assassination of Baba Siddique on October 12 has raised security concerns in the region. Siddique was fatally shot by three attackers while celebrating Dussehra outside his son’s office, putting the public on high alert.
Shortly after, a threat was directed at Adityanath, echoing a similar message recently sent to Bollywood star Salman Khan. An unknown number demanded ₹2 crore from the actor, intensifying fears for his safety.
Salman Khan has been a target of threats from the Lawrence Bishnoi gang in the past. In April, suspected gang members fired shots outside his Bandra residence. Just months ago, Navi Mumbai police uncovered a plot by the Bishnoi gang to assassinate Khan, prompting an increase in his security.
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FAQs
Q.1. What was the nature of the threat against Yogi Adityanath?
Ans. The threat demanded that Yogi Adityanath resign within 10 days or face assassination, similar to the fate of Baba Siddique.
Q.2. Who sent the death threat to Yogi Adityanath?
Ans. The threat was sent from an unknown number via WhatsApp to the Mumbai Traffic Police control room.
Q.3. What happened to Baba Siddique?
Ans. Baba Siddique, a former NCP leader, was shot dead in Bandra on October 12, raising concerns about security for public figures.
Q.4. How have the police responded to the threats?
Ans. Mumbai Police have launched an investigation to identify the sender of the threat and increased security for Yogi Adityanath as a precaution.
Q.5. Has Salman Khan also received threats recently?
Ans. Yes, Salman Khan received a death threat demanding ₹2 crore and has been targeted by the Lawrence Bishnoi gang in the past.
