Earlier, two arrested shooters also claimed ties to the notorious gang. Reports suggest that Maharashtra Chief Minister Eknath Shinde confirmed that two individuals were arrested in connection with the shooting.
One suspect is from Uttar Pradesh, while the other is from Haryana. Shinde also mentioned that a third attacker is still at large.
ANI reported that Baba Siddique was attacked inside the office of his MLA son, Zeeshan Siddique, in Bandra, Mumbai. He was in critical condition when rushed to the hospital. Sources indicate that two to three shots were fired at him around 9:30 pm.
At least six bullets were fired near Zeeshan’s office, with four striking Siddique in the chest. Police, suspecting the attack to be a contract killing, have set up four special teams to investigate the case.
Maharashtra Chief Minister Eknath Shinde visited Mumbai’s Lilavati Hospital to offer his condolences to Baba Siddique’s family. He was joined by Deputy Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis, Ajit Pawar, senior police officials, Union Minister and RPI (A) chief Ramdas Athawale, as well as Ajit Pawar’s son Parth Pawar. Shinde emphasized that strict action would be taken against those responsible for the crime.
Bollywood celebrities such as Salman Khan, Sanjay Dutt, Shilpa Shetty, and Raj Kundra arrived to pay their respects to the family of the late politician. Reportedly, Khan left his Bigboss 18 shoot midway. He was advised not to visit the hospital due to security reasons. Later on, Salman reached the hospital to meet Siddique’s family.
In addition to political figures, Baba Siddique, the former Chief Minister of Maharashtra, shared a strong connection with Bollywood stars. He was renowned for hosting lavish Iftar celebrations in Mumbai, which attracted superstars like Salman Khan and Shah Rukh Khan.
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