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Gangster Udham Singh Karnawal Appeals to President for Fair Probe, Accuses Rivals of Police Collusion
✍️ TOI City
🗓 08 Nov 2026, 06:24 AM
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Udham Singh Karnawal, leader of the D 50 gang, has written to President Draupadi Murmu seeking an impartial investigation into fresh accusations, claiming rivals are colluding with police to frame him.
Udham Singh Karnawal, the self‑declared head of the D 50 gang, has claimed that he has distanced himself from criminal activities and has taken the unprecedented step of writing to President Draupadi Murmu. In the letter, he requests an impartial investigation into the latest allegations that have surfaced against him. Karnawal alleges that rival gang members are collaborating with police officials to falsely implicate him in new cases, thereby attempting to tarnish his reputation.
Despite his assertions, a First Information Report has already been lodged against him for extortion and threats directed at a businessman. The FIR remains under investigation, and no court order has yet been issued. Authorities have not yet responded to Karnawal’s plea, leaving the situation in a state of uncertainty.
The incident highlights the complex interplay between organized crime and law enforcement in Uttar Pradesh, where gang leaders often seek political intervention to counteract legal pressures. As the case unfolds, observers will be watching closely to see whether the President’s office will intervene or if the investigation will proceed through standard judicial channels.
Despite his assertions, a First Information Report has already been lodged against him for extortion and threats directed at a businessman. The FIR remains under investigation, and no court order has yet been issued. Authorities have not yet responded to Karnawal’s plea, leaving the situation in a state of uncertainty.
The incident highlights the complex interplay between organized crime and law enforcement in Uttar Pradesh, where gang leaders often seek political intervention to counteract legal pressures. As the case unfolds, observers will be watching closely to see whether the President’s office will intervene or if the investigation will proceed through standard judicial channels.