Marandi seeks NIA probe into ‘nexus’ between ex-DGP and Sujit Sinha gang
Ranchi, Nov. 16: Senior BJP leader Babulal Marandi has written to the Director General of the National Investigation Agency (NIA) seeking a comprehensive…
Ranchi, Nov. 16: Senior BJP leader Babulal Marandi has written to the Director General of the National Investigation Agency (NIA) seeking a comprehensive probe into an alleged nexus between former Jharkhand DGP Anurag Gupta and the organised criminal syndicate led by gangster Sujit Sinha.
In his letter, Marandi says the allegations—if proven—pose a direct threat to national security.
Arms Allegedly Sourced Through Drone Drops Linked to Pakistan
Marandi’s letter claims that the Sinha gang has allegedly procured weapons dropped by drones in Punjab’s Moga district, reportedly originating from hostile neighbouring Pakistan.
The gang is further alleged to have links with gangster Prince Khan, said to be associated with international criminal networks.
Alleged Digital Links Between Ex-DGP and Gang
Recent investigations following the UAPA arrest of Riya Sinha, wife of gangster Sujit Sinha, reportedly revealed suspicious digital communication between her and former DGP Anurag Gupta, Marandi writes.
The letter cites claims that chats, call logs and other data retrieved by police point to “highly questionable connections.”
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Claim: Koylanchal Shanti Samiti Run at Ex-DGP’s Behest
According to the letter, interrogation inputs from gang members allegedly suggest that the criminal front organisation Koylanchal Shanti Samiti (KSS) was formed and operated at the behest of Mr Gupta.
It is further alleged that he may have received a percentage of extortion proceeds collected from contractors, transporters and businessmen.
Demand to Probe Bharatmala Project Extortion Angle
Marandi urges the NIA to examine claims that this alleged nexus was used to control extortion and criminal dominance in the Bharatmala Project areas in Jharkhand—an infrastructure corridor of national importance.
Suspicion Over Aman Sahu Encounter Also Raised
The letter also asks the NIA to investigate allegations that the encounter of gangster Aman Sahu may have been influenced to benefit the Sinha gang by removing rival criminal networks.
Charge of Evidence Suppression Against Police Officials
Marandi has further alleged that some Jharkhand Police officials attempted to suppress communication records between Riya Sinha and the former DGP, calling it a serious attempt to obstruct justice.
“Matter Has National Security Angle”: Marandi
Citing the alleged international arms supply chain, the suspected role of a former top police officer, and the impact on law and order, Marandi says the entire case must be probed by the NIA, which is authorised to investigate organised crime with cross-border implications.
