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LJP Seeks Stronger Security for Chirag Paswan After Threat

Chirag Paswan, a Union minister and party leader, reportedly received a death threat in a letter.

His party became worried about his safety.

A seven-member party group met Bihar’s top police officer in Patna.

They asked police to find whoever sent the threat.

They also asked for strict action against that person.

The group wanted Paswan’s security arrangements to be checked and made stronger.

The police chief said the matter was being taken seriously and promised cooperation.

A government ministry had also asked the Union Home Ministry to investigate the threat and consider more security.

Paswan already has Z-category security, according to the ministry communication.

Key facts

Delegation size: Seven members of the LJP (Ramvilas) delegation met the Bihar DGP.
Delegation leaders: The delegation was led by state president Vivek Vishwas and included Legislative Council member Ashraf Ansari and MLA Raju Tiwari.
Police official: Bihar DGP Vinay Kumar met the delegation and assured it of cooperation and necessary action.
Threat details: An unsigned communication reportedly threatened that Chirag Paswan would soon be killed by “hardcore terrorists” and mentioned two mobile numbers.
Current security: The Ministry of Food Processing Industries communication said Paswan currently has Z-category security from the Ministry of Home Affairs.
Government request: Additional Private Secretary Alok Kumar Singh wrote to the Union Home Secretary on September 1 seeking an investigation and a review of security arrangements.
Party request: The LJP (Ramvilas) has also approached the Union Home Ministry seeking an upgrade in Paswan’s security cover.

thehansindia.com · 1 hr ago