Archive · 5 Sep 2025
Arun Gawli's Release: Family Shares Struggles and Hails Return
Arun Gawli, also known as 'Daddy', a former gangster who became a politician, has been released from prison.
He was granted bail by the Supreme Court after spending over 17 years in jail for a murder case.
His family, who had to make many sacrifices during his absence, expressed their joy and relief.
His return has brought attention back to Dagdi Chawl, his former stronghold.
The news has also sparked discussions about his potential influence in the upcoming elections.
Arun Gawli, a former gangster and politician, was released from prison.
He was granted bail by the Supreme Court.
Gawli spent over 17 years in jail before his release.
His release has brought focus back to Dagdi Chawl.
Gawli's return has sparked political discussions ahead of the BMC election.
- Who
- Arun Gawli, a former gangster and politician
- What
- Returned home after being granted bail.
- When
- Wednesday
- Where
- Mumbai, India
- Why
- Released on bail after serving over 17 years in prison.
- Name
- Arun Gawli
- Also Known As
- Daddy
- Previous Role
- Gangster-turned-politician
- Released From
- Nagpur Central Jail
- Reason for Release
- Bail granted by Supreme Court
- Case
- 2007 Kamlakar Jamsandekar murder
- Location of Return
- Dagdi Chawl, Byculla, Mumbai