Central Minister Jayant Chaudhary Receives Death Threat from Unknown Caller
Central Minister Jayant Chaudhary has reported receiving a death threat from an unknown number, prompting him to file a police complaint. His assistant also faced threats via phone and WhatsApp. The alleged perpetrator, identified as 'Ismail' from Murshidabad, reportedly had access to the minister's official itinerary. Both Delhi and West Bengal police are now involved in the investigation. This alarming incident raises concerns about the safety of public officials and the need for enhanced security measures.
Mar 20, 2026, 11:45 IST
Threat Received by Minister Jayant Chaudhary
On Friday, Central Minister Jayant Chaudhary reported receiving a death threat from an unidentified number. He has since filed a complaint with the police regarding this alarming incident. Additionally, his personal assistant, Vishwender Shah, also received threats via phone and WhatsApp.
The individual allegedly responsible for the threats is a person named 'Ismail' from Murshidabad, West Bengal. Reports indicate that he possessed a copy of the minister's official itinerary for an upcoming visit. The Delhi police have registered the complaint, and the West Bengal police are actively investigating the matter.