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Arvind Kejriwal, daughter get death threats; Rs 7 crore demanded in Bishnoi gang's name

Arvind Kejriwal, daughter get death threats; Rs 7 crore demanded in Bishnoi gang's name

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On November 6, Delhi AAP MLA Jarnail Singh filed a complaint with Punjab police in Mohali after receiving a death‑threat message via WhatsApp and phone that targeted Arvind Kejriwal and his daughter Harshita Kejriwal. The caller, claiming to be linked to the Lawrence Bishnoi gang, demanded a ransom of Rs 7 crore and warned that the pair would be killed if the demand was not met. Punjab police registered an FIR based on Singh’s complaint, noting the alleged extortion and threat.

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First reported by The Times of India at 07:01 UTC on 12 Nov.

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  11. Deccan Herald The Printers (Mysore) Pvt. Ltd.

    Arvind Kejriwal & daughter get death threats from caller claiming ties to Bishnoi gang, demands Rs 7 crore

    Former Delhi chief minister Arvind Kejriwal has reportedly received a death threat in the name of the Lawrence Bishnoi gang, with the sender demanding Rs 7 crore, news agency ANI reported. The threat was reportedly sent to Tilak Nagar MLA Jarnail Singh on call and WhatsApp messages. He has filed a…

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  15. The New Indian Express Express Publications (Madurai) Ltd.

    'Pay Rs 7 crore or face death': Threat to Kejriwal, daughter from Bishnoi gang claimant

    CHANDIGARH: Former Delhi Chief Minister and Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) national convener Arvind Kejriwal has received a death threat and an extortion demand of Rs 7 crore from a person claiming to be associated with the Lawrence Bishnoi gang. The Punjab Police has registered a case in this regard. Aam…

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  • NE Now NE Now
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  • Rising Kashmir Rising Kashmir
  • The Avenue Mail The Avenue Mail
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