Former Maharashtra Minister Baba Siddique was shot dead in Mumbai on October 12 during Dussehra celebrations; two suspects linked to the Lawrence Bishnoi gang have been arrested.

Baba Siddique, a former Maharashtra Minister and NCP leader, was shot dead in Mumbai on October 12. The attack occurred near his son's office during Dussehra celebrations. Two suspects have been arrested, linked to the Lawrence Bishnoi gang, while a third is still at large. Opposition leaders criticized the government's handling of law and order and demanded a thorough investigation, raising concerns about the safety of politicians ahead of upcoming elections.