'Country's Biggest Gangster Their Son-in-Law': Kejriwal Slams Centre Over Tiger Shroff Shooting
Arvind Kejriwal attacks the Centre over the shooting at Tiger Shroff's car, alleging ties between the government and the country's biggest gangster.
Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) National Convenor Arvind Kejriwal has launched a scathing attack on the Central Government following a shocking firing incident involving Bollywood actor Tiger Shroff. In a bold political move, Kejriwal questioned the Centre's ability to maintain law and order, alleging that the government is shielding high-profile criminals.
Political Firestorm Over Security Lapse
Taking to X (formerly Twitter), Arvind Kejriwal criticized the Centre's handling of crime and security. He claimed that the government has provided facilities to a notorious gangster, allowing criminal activities to flourish not just within India, but globally.
“They can't even manage law and order in their own states. They've made the country's biggest gangster their son-in-law (Lawrence Bishnoi) and given him every facility to commit crimes not just in India but all over the world,” Kejriwal posted.
The AAP leader further warned the people of Punjab, suggesting that supporting the ruling party would be equivalent to inviting organized crime into the state. He remarked that those who cannot manage security in their own jurisdictions would soon arrive in Punjab to lecture others on law and order, adding that voting for them would be like "inviting their son-in-law to Punjab."
Chaos in Mumbai: The Attack on Tiger Shroff
The political controversy stems from a terrifying incident where three to four rounds were fired at the vehicle of actor Tiger Shroff. The shooting occurred as the actor was departing from a ground where a massive crowd had gathered to catch a glimpse of the star.
While Tiger Shroff miraculously escaped the attack without any injuries, the violence left others wounded. The actor's driver, identified as Firdaus, sustained a gunshot wound to his left arm. Two people in total were injured during the mayhem.
Eyewitness Account of the Shooting
Rakesh Kumar, an autorickshaw driver who witnessed the attack, provided a chilling account to ANI. He described a coordinated effort by three individuals to target the actor.
- The Setup: One assailant was on a motorcycle, while two others were stationed on foot—one near the gate and another slightly ahead.
- The Attack: According to Kumar, one shooter opened fire from the front, specifically targeting the seat where Tiger Shroff was seated.
- The Casualty: Simultaneously, the individual near the gate fired a shot that struck the driver in the hand.
Police Investigation and Legal Action
The Mumbai Police have reacted swiftly to the incident, forming 15 specialized teams to track down the perpetrators. A case has been registered against three unidentified individuals.
The FIR has been filed under the following legal provisions:
- Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS): Sections 109(1) and 3(5).
- Arms Act: Sections 3 and 25.
Authorities are currently working to establish the identities of the attackers and determine the motive behind the targeted firing on the son of veteran actor Jackie Shroff.