Bihar labour resources minister Santosh Kumar Singh on Tuesday claimed he received death threats from an individual who identified himself as notorious gangster Lawrence Bishnoi. The minister reported the matter to the police, triggering an immediate investigation.
Speaking to reporters, Singh detailed the incident, stating, “I received a call today on my mobile phone. The caller identified himself as Lawrence Bishnoi and demanded Rs 30 lakh. He called again, reminding me of Baba Siddiqui and threatened to kill me in the same manner if I didn’t pay.”
The caller also reportedly provided instructions on how to transfer the money. Singh emphasized that he promptly informed Bihar Director General of Police (DGP) and lodged a formal complaint. “I have no cases against me and no political enemies. The police are investigating the matter,” he said.
Patna’s Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) Avkash Kumar confirmed that a case has been registered at Kotwali Police Station. “A special investigation team (SIT) has been constituted to probe the matter,” Kumar added.
The development has raised concerns over the safety of public representatives in Bihar. Police officials are working to trace the origin of the calls and verify the alleged involvement of Lawrence Bishnoi, a name often associated with high-profile criminal activities.
