Mukhtar Ansari’s Death Raises Allegations of Foul Play
Late Thursday evening, the news of gangster-turned-politician Mukhtar Ansari‘s demise sent shockwaves through Uttar Pradesh. Ansari, who had been incarcerated in jails in both Uttar Pradesh and Punjab since 2005, passed away due to a cardiac arrest at a hospital in Banda. However, what followed were troubling allegations from his family, suggesting foul play in his death.
Ansari’s son, Umar Ansari, asserted that his father had been given poison in his food while in prison. This claim was echoed by his brother, Afzal Ansari, who highlighted that this wasn’t the first instance; Ansari had allegedly been subjected to poisoning previously. The family’s assertions were underscored by the fact that Ansari was rushed to the hospital in an unconscious state, and despite efforts, he couldn’t be revived.
The circumstances surrounding Ansari’s demise have prompted a flurry of reactions. Mayawati, the supremo of the Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP), called for a high-level investigation into the matter, emphasizing the need to uncover the truth behind Ansari’s death. Similarly, political figures across the spectrum, including Asaduddin Owaisi, Ameeque Jamei, and Surendra Rajput, have demanded thorough inquiries into the incident, expressing concerns over the administration’s handling of Ansari’s health while in custody.
The Uttar Pradesh police have initiated measures to address the situation. A magisterial investigation into Ansari’s death has been announced, and his autopsy, to be conducted by a panel of doctors, will be video-graphed. Security has been heightened across the state to maintain law and order, especially in areas where Ansari wielded influence through his alleged criminal activities.
Ansari’s death not only marks the end of a controversial figure but also reignites debates about the state’s criminal justice system and the treatment of prisoners. As investigations unfold, the quest for justice and accountability remains paramount, ensuring that Ansari’s demise doesn’t fade away as just another statistic in the annals of crime and politics.
