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Former Rajasthan MLA Syam Lodha Receives Death Threat from Caller Claiming to Be Gangster Lawrence Bishnoi's Brother
✍️ Amar Ujala · Rajasthan
🗓 19 Oct 2026, 11:31 AM
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Syam Lodha, a former legislator from Rajasthan, was threatened with death after three calls from foreign numbers on Oct 11, where the caller identified himself as Arju Bishnoi, brother of gangster Lawrence Bishnoi.
Former Rajasthan legislator Syam Lodha was again targeted with a death threat, according to a report by Amar Ujala. On October 11, Lodha received three telephone calls originating from foreign numbers. The unknown caller introduced himself as Arju Bishnoi, claiming to be the brother of notorious gangster Lawrence Bishnoi, and delivered a threatening audio message.
The threat has prompted Lodha to enhance his personal security, although details of the measures have not been disclosed. Police have been informed and are reportedly tracing the international numbers to identify the source of the calls.
Authorities have warned that such threats, especially when linked to criminal networks, are taken seriously under Indian law. The incident underscores growing concerns about the use of overseas telecom channels to intimidate public figures.
No further information about any immediate danger or response from Lodha's party has been released, and the investigation remains ongoing.
The threat has prompted Lodha to enhance his personal security, although details of the measures have not been disclosed. Police have been informed and are reportedly tracing the international numbers to identify the source of the calls.
Authorities have warned that such threats, especially when linked to criminal networks, are taken seriously under Indian law. The incident underscores growing concerns about the use of overseas telecom channels to intimidate public figures.
No further information about any immediate danger or response from Lodha's party has been released, and the investigation remains ongoing.