Former office-bearer Arun Kumar Shukla has asked police for protection, alleging that he was threatened with death while work was underway at his factory. He raised the issue at a press conference in Rudrapur on Sunday and also sought an investigation into the wider sequence of events.
Shukla, who is also known as Kinnu Shukla, said he received 4 to 5 video calls on 11 September. According to his allegation, a local person displayed a weapon during the calls and threatened to shoot him. The identity of the caller has not been established.
What Shukla alleged
Shukla said the alleged calls were not an isolated incident. He claimed that 20 to 25 young men had been seen moving around outside his factory on 9 September. The group allegedly left before police arrived after receiving information about the gathering.
He said he had submitted a written complaint at Kichha police station. Shukla urged police to investigate the alleged threats and uncover what he described as a conspiracy behind the incidents.
The allegations have emerged while the Kichha municipal election is underway. Shukla said he has been working continuously for the election and that repeated threats have created a continuing danger to his life.
Shukla also referred to his family’s connection with the freedom movement, saying he is the son of a freedom fighter. He said he would neither be frightened nor back down. He added that he would launch a democratic protest against the police if the case was not solved.
Police response
Ravi Kumar, the inspector in charge of Kichha police station, said police had received information about a call to Kinnu Shukla from an unidentified number. He said the matter was being investigated.
The available information does not indicate that an arrest has been made or that the caller’s identity has been confirmed. Shukla’s statements remain allegations, while the police inquiry is continuing.
Conclusion
Shukla has requested protection and a full inquiry into the alleged calls and activity outside his factory. Kichha police have said they are investigating the call from an unidentified number.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. Who has sought police protection?
Arun Kumar Shukla, also known as Kinnu Shukla, has requested protection.
Q. What did Shukla allege?
He alleged that a caller displayed a weapon during video calls and threatened to shoot him.
Q. When did the alleged video calls take place?
Shukla said the calls were made on 11 September.
Q. What happened outside his factory on 9 September?
He claimed that 20 to 25 young men were seen outside the factory and left before police arrived.
Q. Where was the complaint submitted?
Shukla said he submitted a written complaint at Kichha police station.
Q. What has police said about the case?
Kichha police station inspector Ravi Kumar said police were investigating a call from an unidentified number.
