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After joining student politics, Lawrence Bishnoi’s steps turned towards the world of crime.
Lawrence Bishnoi’s gang had claimed to have murdered Punjabi singer Sidhu Moosewala.
Lawrence Bishnoi released a hit list, in which the name of actor Salman Khan was also there.
Lawrence Bishnoi: A firing incident took place early Sunday morning at Bollywood actor Salman Khan’s Galaxy apartment in Mumbai. At 4:55 am on April 14, two people fired four-five rounds. After which an atmosphere of panic spread everywhere. Both the shooters who opened fire have been arrested from Bhuj in Kutch (Gujarat). Both these gangsters are said to be members of Lawrence Bishnoi gang.
Who is Lawrence Bishnoi?
Seeing his bright face at the time of birth, his mother was so happy that she named him Lawrence. His policeman father announced that his son would become an IPS officer. Lawrence Bishnoi, born on 12 February 1993, is a graduate and a resident of Firozpur, Punjab. Lawrence’s father joined Haryana Police as a constable in 1992. But he left his job after five years and started farming. Lawrence has completed LLB from Punjab University. During his studies in 2009, he joined a student organization of Punjab University. During that time he met Goldie Brar, president of the student organization.
From student politics to crime
After meeting Goldie and getting involved in university student politics, Bishnoi’s steps turned towards the world of crime. He started getting involved in illegal activities. Nearly three decades later, Lawrence Bishnoi is a ‘terrorist’ who has been booked by the National Investigation Agency and Delhi Police under the Unlawful Activities Prevention Act. Lawrence Bishnoi’s gang had claimed to have murdered Punjabi singer Sidhu Moosewala. Lawrence is currently imprisoned in the high security ward of Jail No. 8 of Delhi’s Tihar Jail. There are two dozen criminal cases against Lawrence Bishnoi, including murder and extortion cases. Although he has denied these allegations.
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Losing the election is a turning point
The Bishnoi people who know him closely are well aware of his qualities. He proved to be a skilled planner in the college elections. He formed the Students Organization of Punjab University (SOPU), which still exists today. Despite good planning and campaigning day and night, Bishnoi lost the election. The defeat in the college elections brought a turning point in Bishnoi’s life. He was not able to accept defeat since childhood. The celebration of the opponent’s victory was at its peak. He felt insulted. A policeman revealed that his first step after losing was to buy a revolver. In February 2011, during a scuffle, Bishnoi took out his pistol and opened fire.
After firing outside Salman Khan’s house. (Photo AnyTV)
The company of gangsters was fatal
After this incident, the first FIR was registered against Bishnoi. Then 19 year old Bishnoi sought the support of gangsters Jaggu Bhagwanpuria and Rocky Fazilka. Young Lawrence entered the world of crime and his company proved fatal. Bhagwanpuriya, a resident of Gurdaspur, was a kind of guru for Bishnoi and Fazilka. “He not only taught them the tricks of the trade but also gave them free rein in their work. Bishnoi progressed rapidly and established himself in the crime world of Punjab.
Made inroads in other states also
Lawrence’s close friend Sampat Nehra became his closest associate. Sampath was the son of a police inspector and a great athlete. Police investigators say that Bishnoi was never a hitman, but a planner and a compelling leader. He carried out the almost impossible and dangerous idea of forming an alliance with gangs in every state of North India. Outside Punjab, the trio formed an alliance with Kala Jathedi in Haryana and Jitendra Gogi in Delhi. In Rajasthan, Anandpal and later his disciple Anuradha became partners. After Bhagwanpuria introduced Bishnoi, a leader from Uttar Pradesh also supported him.
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How is Bishnoi’s gang?
Bishnoi’s gang includes professional shooters. They operate from Punjab, Haryana, Rajasthan, Delhi and Himachal Pradesh and their network is spread across the world. His associate Sandeep alias Kala Jathedi was arrested by Delhi Police Special Cell in the Maharashtra Control of Organized Crime Act (MCOCA) case with a reward of Rs 5 lakh, who is currently in jail. It is said that there are more than 700 shooters in his gang.
became popular on social media
These alliances made Bishnoi what he is today. A police officer said, “After strengthening these alliances, Bishnoi could work even while in jail. The profits from targeted killings and extortion were shared with all. However, he was arrested in 2014-15. He escaped from custody and reached Nepal and was dramatically re-arrested within a few months. Bishnoi became a leader in using Facebook and YouTube for his gang’s benefit. From his picture at the gym to his custodial court visit, the gangster made sure he slays the social media. Millions of views strengthened his image and helped drive extortion demands. A policeman from Punjab said, “Seeing this, gangsters in Delhi and Haryana also became active on social media.”
Salman Khan’s name in the hit list
After this Bishnoi released a hit list, in which the name of actor Salman Khan was also there. The gangster told the police that it was to pay tribute to the Bishnoi community in Rajasthan. Because the actor had hunted the sacred blackbuck for the community. Bishnoi sent Nehra and others to Mumbai to kill Salman Khan. The Bishnoi community considers the black deer species sacred. The murder of Punjabi singer leader Sidhu Moosewala in May 2022 brought Bishnoi into the international limelight and Brar took responsibility for the murder. The security establishment finally tightened the noose on Bishnoi. The freedom he got in jail ended. The NIA started investigating allegations of his links with Khalistani supporters and his association with the ISI.
FIR registered under UAPA
Orders were given to take complete action against Bishnoi’s syndicate and its associates. An FIR was registered against him and others under UAPA. Senior officials also said that the Bishnoi gang had also promised its potential recruits a new life in Canada. A Crime Branch officer said, “Most of these people come from poor or broken families and want to earn a big name in the world of crime and are ready to do anything to achieve it.” Officials said Instagram and Facebook play a huge role in influencing and recruiting gang members.
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FIRST PUBLISHED: April 16, 2024, 14:54 IST