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Jailed Gangster's Brother Pledges Court Surrender Over Salman Khan Incident

Anmol Bishnoi, deported from US, arrested by NIA, vows to face court over firing case.

NDTV·Fri, 03 July 2026 at 01:00 am
Jailed Gangster's Brother Pledges Court Surrender Over Salman Khan Incident

In a significant development related to the firing incident at Bollywood actor Salman Khan's residence, Anmol Bishnoi—younger brother of imprisoned gangster Lawrence Bishnoi—has declared his willingness to surrender before the court. The statement comes after Anmol's arrest by the National Investigation Agency following his deportation from the United States in November of the previous year.

Anmol Bishnoi's extradition from America marked a turning point in the investigation into the high-profile shooting at Khan's Mumbai home. The NIA, India's premier counter-terrorism agency, took custody of the accused following his return to Indian soil. His commitment to face legal proceedings suggests potential developments in unraveling the network behind the incident that shocked the entertainment industry and raised serious security concerns.

The Bishnoi gang has been linked to organized crime activities and is known for its territorial influence in Punjab and parts of North India. Lawrence Bishnoi's imprisonment has not deterred criminal operations allegedly connected to the organization. The involvement of Anmol in the Salman Khan case indicates the gang's reach extending into high-profile targets and metropolitan areas like Mumbai.

This case holds substantial implications for Mumbai's security apparatus and celebrity safety protocols. The incident raised questions about the adequacy of protective measures for public figures and the effectiveness of law enforcement in preventing such attacks. Salman Khan, one of Bollywood's biggest stars, had previously received threats, making the firing a matter of national concern.

Authorities are likely to intensify investigations to establish the complete chain of command and identify all individuals involved in planning and executing the firing. The cooperation Anmol appears willing to offer could potentially accelerate the prosecution process and shed light on the operational structure of the gang.

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