Increased Security for Salman Khan After Firing Incident
Maharashtra Chief Minister Eknath Shinde met actor Salman Khan this afternoon, reports NDTV, highlighting the heightened security measures following a shooting incident outside the actor’s Mumbai residence1. The Chief Minister’s visit comes after “shots were fired outside the actor’s home in Mumbai’s Bandra.”
“The government is with you, I have told Salman Khan. Both the accused have been arrested. They will be interrogated. We will get to the root of the case. Nobody will be spared. Nobody should targeted this way,” Eknath Shinde told reporters outside the actor’s home.
“No gang or gang war will be allowed. We won’t allow this to happen. We will finish (Lawrence) Bishnoi,” he added.
A Close Call
The incident, which occurred “on Sunday at around 5 am,” involved “two men on a bike” who fired four rounds near Galaxy Apartments, where Salman Khan and his family reside2. The seriousness of the situation is underscored by the fact that the suspects were “members of a gang led by notorious gangster Lawrence Bishnoi.”
A Response from the Top
In the wake of the attack, the Chief Minister had spoken to the actor over the phone on the day of the incident. He also communicated with the Mumbai Police Commissioner to discuss Salman Khan’s security, which has been “elevated to Y-Plus” since November 20224.
A Community on Edge
This event has undoubtedly shaken the local community and fans nationwide, prompting discussions about the safety of public figures and the measures taken to protect them.
Lawrence Bishnoi: The Notorious Gangster
Background: Lawrence Bishnoi is an Indian gangster with a notorious reputation. Born on February 12, 1993, in Ferozpur, Punjab, he has been involved in criminal activities for years.
Criminal Record: Bishnoi faces around two dozen criminal cases, including charges of murder and extortion. Despite these allegations, he denies any wrongdoing.
Gang Affiliation: His gang is affiliated with over 700 shooters, making it a formidable criminal network.
High-Profile Murders: Bishnoi’s involvement in several high-profile murders has drawn significant attention. Notably, he is linked to the assassination of singer-politician Sidhu Moose Wala and Rajput leader and Karni Sena chief Sukhdev Singh Gogamedi.
Current Status: Currently, Lawrence Bishnoi is in custody at Tihar Jail.