Who is Anmol Bishnoi?
Anmol Bishnoi is known as the younger brother of jailed gangster Lawrence Bishnoi. He has been accused of participating in global criminal networks, travelling abroad, and using fake documents. He has become a fugitive in India’s eyes and is implicated in multiple serious crimes.
How and Why He Was Detained / Deported
- Anmol was arrested in the United States by immigration authorities for entering or staying with forged documents. He was taken into custody in Iowa at the Pottawattamie County Jail.
- He sought political asylum in the US, but US agencies began verifying his identity, checking voice or DNA samples.
- Although not formally deported yet (in public reports), his detention abroad has become a key point in India’s efforts to bring him back to face charges.
Where Is He Now?
As per available information, Anmol is in US custody in Iowa, held by US Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and related agencies. At the moment, he has not been handed over to Indian authorities publicly, but extradition or deportation processes are reportedly underway.
Why He Is Important for the Investigation
- Anmol is named as a main conspirator in the murder of Baba Siddique. He allegedly communicated with shooters via Snapchat and other apps and gave instructions.
- The murder case’s charge sheet specifically mentions his name, indicating that investigators believe he orchestrated the killing from abroad.
- Bringing Anmol back to India could unlock wider parts of the criminal network, including cross-border operations, money flows, and the role of the gang.
Who Is Baba Siddique?
Baba Siddique (full name Baba Ziauddin Siddique) was a seasoned Indian politician in Maharashtra. He served as a member of the legislative assembly from the Bandra/Vandre area in Mumbai, held ministerial posts, and was a prominent public figure. He was shot dead on October 12, 2024, outside his son’s office in suburban Mumbai.
How Baba Siddique Was Murdered
- On the night of October 12, 2024, in Bandra East, Mumbai, three assailants opened fire outside the office of Zeeshan Siddique (son of Baba).
- Baba Siddique was fatally struck and died of his injuries.
- Investigators found that the shooters had coordinated with Anmol Bishnoi and the gang of Lawrence Bishnoi. Messages and reconnaissance were traced to Anmol’s instructions.
- The killers were found with 65 bullets, used reconnaissance, and communicated via disposable mobile phones, thereby linking the external mastermind (Anmol) to boots-on-ground shooters.
How Anmol Bishnoi Is Related to Baba Siddique
- Anmol is accused of issuing the orders for the murder of Baba Siddique (and possibly his son) due to alleged connections between Siddique and the Bishnoi gang’s adversaries.
- He communicated with the shooters, provided images of the target, planned reconnaissance, and promised payment for the hit.
- Thus, Anmol acts as the link between the gang leadership (Lawrence Bishnoi’s network) and the execution team in Mumbai.
Why This Case Matters
- It highlights the reach of Indian gang networks into foreign jurisdictions, their use of fake identities, and transnational movement.
- It shows how politics, crime, and organised networks intersect — a former minister’s assassination orchestrated by a gang from abroad.
- If Anmol is extradited and charged, it could unravel the international module of the gang, set precedents for cross-border criminal prosecution, and strengthen law enforcement cooperation.
In Summary
Anmol Bishnoi is a key figure in one of India’s high-profile murder investigations. His detention abroad and alleged role in the murder of Baba Siddique make him both a symbol of the globalisation of organised crime and a crucial witness/accused for Indian investigators. Bringing him to justice could unlock deeper layers of the network.
