Archive · 4 Nov 2025
MP Supriya Sule Intervenes in Wrestler Sikander Shaikh's Arrest Case
A popular wrestler named Sikander Shaikh from Maharashtra was arrested in Punjab for allegedly being part of a group that smuggled weapons.
His family and supporters strongly believe he was unfairly targeted because other wrestlers are jealous of his success.
A Member of Parliament, Supriya Sule, has spoken to the Chief Minister of Punjab to ask for Sikander's release while the police continue their investigation.
Another political group, the NCP led by Ajit Pawar, also supports Sikander and believes he was framed.
They say he was tricked into carrying a package that contained weapons without his knowledge.
Sikander's family is confident he is innocent and that the police will find the truth.
MP Supriya Sule has contacted Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann regarding the arrest of wrestler Sikander Shaikh.
Shaikh was arrested last week in Mohali for alleged involvement in an inter-state arms smuggling network.
Sule urged the Punjab CM for Shaikh's release pending the outcome of the investigation.
Shaikh's family, supporters, and the NCP faction led by Ajit Pawar claim he has been framed due to sports rivalry.
The Ajit Pawar-led NCP alleges a conspiracy by local wrestlers to prevent Shaikh from becoming the Hind Kesari champion.
- Who
- Sikander Shaikh, a wrestler from Solapur, Maharashtra, and MP Supriya Sule
- What
- MP Supriya Sule has contacted Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann seeking the release of wrestler Sikander Shaikh, who was arrested in Mohali for alleged involvement in an arms smuggling network. Shaikh's family and supporters claim he was framed due to sports rivalry.
- When
- Monday (when Sule spoke to CM Mann), last week (when Shaikh was arrested)
- Where
- Mohali, Punjab
- Why
- Police allege Shaikh was part of an arms smuggling network. His family and supporters claim he was set up by rivals to prevent him from achieving success in wrestling.
Police Allegations
Family & Supporters' Claims
Reason for Arrest
Police Allegations
Sikander Shaikh was arrested for allegedly being part of an inter-state arms smuggling network.
Family & Supporters' Claims
Sikander Shaikh was framed due to sports rivalry and was allegedly misled into carrying a parcel containing weapons without his knowledge.
Nature of Involvement
Police Allegations
Shaikh is accused of being directly involved in an arms smuggling operation.
Family & Supporters' Claims
Shaikh was unknowingly used by other wrestlers to transport weapons as part of a conspiracy to harm his career.
Outcome of Intervention
Police Allegations
Mohali SSP stated they are investigating and will help if nothing is found against Shaikh.
Family & Supporters' Claims
MP Supriya Sule and the NCP are advocating for Shaikh's immediate release pending a full investigation.
- MP Intervening
- Supriya Sule (NCP-SP)
- Punjab Chief Minister
- Bhagwant Mann
- Arrested Wrestler
- Sikander Shaikh
- Location of Arrest
- Mohali, Punjab
- Alleged Involvement
- Inter-state arms smuggling network
- Key Claim
- Framed due to sports rivalry
