Cops to record Atiq, Ashraf statements in Umesh Pal murder case

  Umesh Pal murder case, Atiq Ahmad, Ashraf, criminal investigation, police statement, Uttar Pradesh politics

Background of the Umesh Pal murder case

Involvement of Atiq Ahmad and Ashraf

Police investigation and recording of statements

Significance of the case in Uttar Pradesh politics

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The Uttar Pradesh police have decided to record the statements of former MP Atiq Ahmad and his aide Ashraf in connection with the murder of local businessman Umesh Pal. The move comes after a court directed the police to include their statements in the charge-sheet filed in the case.

Background of the Umesh Pal Murder Case

Umesh Pal, a businessman based in Prayagraj, was allegedly killed by Atiq Ahmad's aides in 2020. Pal was a complainant in a case against Atiq Ahmad and his associates, and was believed to be targeted because of this. The case gained attention in the state due to the involvement of Ahmad, a notorious gangster-turned-politician who has several criminal cases pending against him.

Involvement of Atiq Ahmad and Ashraf

According to the police, Atiq Ahmad and Ashraf were allegedly involved in the planning and execution of the murder. While Ahmad is currently lodged in Sabarmati Jail in Gujarat in connection with another case, Ashraf is reportedly absconding.

Police Investigation and Recording of Statements

The police have been investigating the case and have already filed a charge-sheet against the accused. However, the court had directed them to include the statements of Atiq Ahmad and Ashraf in the charge-sheet. The police have now decided to record their statements and submit them to the court.

This development is expected to shed more light on the role played by Ahmad and his associates in the murder of Umesh Pal. The police have already arrested several people in connection with the case, including two of Ahmad's close aides. The recording of statements by Ahmad and Ashraf could provide more evidence against them.

Significance of the Case in Uttar Pradesh Politics

The Umesh Pal murder case has gained significance in Uttar Pradesh politics due to the involvement of Atiq Ahmad. Ahmad is a former MP from Phulpur and has been associated with several political parties in the state, including the Samajwadi Party and the Bahujan Samaj Party.

The case has been seen as a test of the Yogi Adityanath government's commitment to cracking down on crime and criminal elements in the state. The government has been facing criticism from opposition parties for failing to control the law and order situation in the state.

The recording of statements by Atiq Ahmad and Ashraf could also have political implications, as it could reveal the involvement of other influential people in the case. The case has already exposed the nexus between politicians and criminals in the state and has raised questions about the role played by the police and other authorities in controlling crime.

In conclusion,

   the recording of statements by Atiq Ahmad and Ashraf in the Umesh Pal murder case is a significant development in the ongoing investigation. It could provide more evidence against the accused and shed more light on the role played by politicians and other influential people in the case. The case has already gained political significance and could have further implications in the state's politics.