'Jungle Raj' in Maharashtra: Sanjay Raut Slams Govt After Tiger Shroff Firing
Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Sanjay Raut calls Maharashtra a 'jungle raj' following a firing incident targeting actor Tiger Shroff in Mumbai.
Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Sanjay Raut has launched a scathing attack on the Maharashtra government, describing the current state of affairs as a "jungle raj" following a daring firing incident targeting Bollywood star Tiger Shroff. Raut has demanded an immediate change in the regime, alleging that the state's security apparatus has completely collapsed under the current leadership.
Security Collapse and 'Jungle Raj' Allegations
Reacting to the shooting that took place in Mumbai's Juhu area, Raut pointed fingers directly at Chief Minister and Home Minister Devendra Fadnavis. He claimed that the state is witnessing a terrifying surge in violent crimes, including murders, kidnappings, and extortion, which he believes indicates a total failure in maintaining law and order.
Raut highlighted that Mumbai has seen multiple shooting incidents in a very short span of time. He specifically referenced previous security threats involving actor Salman Khan and the brutal killing of Baba Siddiqui to argue that criminal gangs are now operating without any fear of the law.
“The Chief Minister, Devendra Fadnavis, has lost control of everything. Now look at the way it is happening every day. Murder is happening, extortion is happening, kidnapping is happening. What is the Chief Minister doing? You are the Chief Minister, so it is your responsibility,” Raut stated.
Political Sparring and Gang Influence
The Shiv Sena (UBT) leader further accused Fadnavis of being more interested in targeting political opponents than in securing the lives of citizens. He also took a swipe at Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde, questioning his priorities by contrasting Shinde's visit to Tiger Shroff's residence with his response to the killing of political activist Pradeep Purnekar.
Raut also raised alarms regarding the influence of the Lawrence Bishnoi gang, questioning whether the authorities are doing enough to protect prominent personalities from targeted threats and professional shooters.
Call for Supreme Court Intervention
Believing that the state government is incapable of handling the crisis, Raut has urged the highest court in the land to step in. He called upon the Chief Justice of India and the Supreme Court to investigate the deteriorating security situation in the country and the state.
The Incident: A Pre-Planned Attack on Tiger Shroff
The political firestorm follows a high-profile attack on Sunday outside a football club in Juhu. According to reports, shooters targeted Tiger Shroff as he was leaving the venue in his car.
The Mumbai Police Crime Branch has since intensified its investigation, extending the search operation across state borders into Gujarat. Investigating agencies believe the attack was not random but a meticulously planned operation. Sources suggest that:
- Detailed Recce: The assailants conducted a thorough reconnaissance of the actor's movements.
- Routine Monitoring: The attackers were aware of Shroff's weekly routine, specifically his Sunday visits to the Juhu football ground.
- Professional Execution: The precision of the timing suggests the involvement of trained shooters who monitored his departure to execute the attack.