An Indian politician who had shut ties to Bollywood stars has been shot useless in Mumbai weeks earlier than a state election.
Baba Siddique, who was identified for throwing lavish events, was shot a number of instances exterior his son’s workplace within the nation’s monetary capital on Saturday night, police mentioned.
The 66-year-old was taken to Lilavati Hospital however couldn’t be saved.
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Marks on the bottom indicating gunshots. Pic: Reuters
Two suspects claimed they have been a part of a criminal offense gang that has carried out a number of killings up to now, TV station NDTV mentioned.
Whereas Mr Siddique had been related to the Indian Nationwide Congress get together for many years, he joined the Nationalist Congress Occasion (NCP) in February of this yr.
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Police stand guard on the crime scene in Mumbai. Pic: Reuters
He was a member of the legislative meeting within the state of Maharashtra for 3 consecutive phrases, starting in 1999.
He additionally served as a minister.
Elections in Maharashtra are attributable to be held subsequent month.
Ajit Pawar, Maharashtra’s deputy chief minister, mentioned the killing of his NCP colleague can be “thoroughly investigated” and “strict action” taken in opposition to the attackers.
Mr Pawar mentioned 5 groups have been dispatched to varied states to research the homicide of Mr Siddique, The Instances of India reported.
A state funeral will reportedly be held for him.
