The Uttar Pradesh government, led by Yogi Adityanath, has implemented Section 144 in response to the murder of former MP Atiq Ahmed and his brother. The police presence in the state has been increased, and officers’ holidays have been cancelled indefinitely. The government has also initiated a judicial investigation into the killings, led by a three-person commission appointed by Chief Minister Adityanath. Atiq and his brother were shot while being transported to a medical facility, and three individuals have been arrested in connection with the attack. Atiq’s son had recently died following a high-profile police operation targeting their gang.
The Yogi Adityanath government has announced Section 144 in Uttar Pradesh in the wake of the shooting death of former MP Atiq Ahmed and his brother. Heavy police security has been imposed across the state. The holidays of the police officers from tomorrow have been canceled for an indefinite period. Meanwhile, the government announced a judicial inquiry into the murders. Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has appointed a three-member judicial commission. (Section 144 Imposed In Uttar Pradesh After Atiq & His Brother Shot Dead)
Atiq and his brother were shot while being taken to Prayagraj Medical College for medical treatment. The former MP was killed within hours of his son Asad Ahmed’s last rites.
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Sources said three men fired at Atiq and Ashraf. Atiq was shot dead when he came under the pretense of being a media worker. The assailants surrendered following firing. The police have arrested three assailants. The dead bodies of both have been kept in the medical college.
Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath had assured that Atiq Ahmed’s gang would be eradicated. After this, Asad died in a massive operation which the Uttar Pradesh police had not conducted in recent times. On Friday, Atiq had sought permission from the magistrate to attend his son’s funeral.
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The brutal killing of former MP Atiq Ahmed and his brother has sent shockwaves across Uttar Pradesh. The government has taken swift action by imposing Section 144 and announcing a judicial inquiry into the murders. The cancellation of holiday leaves for police officers shows the seriousness with which the government is taking this matter. It is heartening to see Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath taking steps towards eradicating Atiq Ahmed’s gang. As the police continue their investigation and the judicial inquiry commences, we hope that justice will be served and the guilty brought to book.
