The murder of Ram Gopal Mishra in Bahraich, Uttar Pradesh, on October 12, 2024, has raised many concerns due to its violent nature. The incident occurred during a communal clash, and according to reports, Mishra was brutally lynched by an Islamist mob.
Postmortem Findings:
- Severe Torture: Mishra’s body showed clear signs of extreme torture. His nails were pulled out, indicating a prolonged and agonizing assault before his death. This form of torture suggests that the attackers were intent on causing maximum pain before killing him.
- Multiple Gunshot Wounds: Bullet holes were found on his body, suggesting that he was shot multiple times during the attack.
- Numerous Injury Marks: His body had various injury marks all over, highlighting the fact that blunt objects were likely used to beat him before or after the shooting. This points to a vicious assault meant to not only kill but humiliate and terrorize.
- Other Visible Signs of Brutality: Apart from the nails being pulled out and gunshot wounds, there were further signs of mutilation and injuries across his body, making it clear that this was not just a killing but a cruel act of communal violence
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Context of the Violence:
The violence that led to his death reportedly started due to communal tensions triggered by slogans like “Tel lagao Dabur ka, naam mita do Babur ka”. These were perceived as provocative by some Islamist groups, leading to a clash. Mishra, who was married just two months before the incident, belonged to a poor family and his death has led to widespread outrage, especially among Hindu groups
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Investigations and Arrests:
The police have launched an investigation and arrested several suspects connected to the crime. One of the primary accused, Danish, also known as Zaheer Khan, was attempting to flee to Nepal but was arrested by the Uttar Pradesh police
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Public Response:
This murder has fueled significant communal tensions in the region. Hindu organizations have been vocal about seeking justice, and the brutal nature of Mishra’s death has caused protests and calls for stricter action against the perpetrators.
The case is still under investigation, and further developments are awaited as the authorities delve deeper into the circumstances leading to this horrific crime.