Baba Siddique, a long-time politician in Mumbai, was shot multiple times outside his son's office, raising concerns about the rise of crime and political violence in India.
The police are investigating the role of a notorious crime gang, with two suspects already in custody claiming connections to gang leader Lawrence Bishnoi.
Maharashtra's Deputy Chief Minister expressed shock at Siddique's murder, emphasizing that the investigation will be rigorous and aimed at identifying the mastermind behind the attack.
Siddique's recent upgrade in security due to death threats underscores the perilous intersection of politics and organized crime in Maharashtra, ahead of impending elections.
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