Bantwal Rahiman murder case: FIR filed against Deepak, Sumit, 13 Others
Bantwal: A case has been registered against 15 individuals, including Deepak and Sumit, in connection with the murder of Abdul Rahiman (32), secretary of Koltmajalu Juma Masjid and a pickup driver, and the attempted murder of Kalandar Shafi. The incident took place near Ira Kodi in Kuriyal village of Bantwal taluk.
According to the complaint, Rahiman and Shafi were unloading sand from a pickup truck near the house of one Rajeevi when the accused, including Deepak and Sumit, both known to the victims, arrived suddenly. Rahiman was dragged from the driver’s seat and attacked with swords, knives, and iron rods. Shafi, who tried to intervene, was also stabbed in the chest, back, and hands.
As locals began shouting for help, the assailants fled the scene with their weapons. Rahiman succumbed to his injuries on the spot, while Shafi was rushed to the hospital in critical condition. Based on Shafi’s account during transit and a statement by eyewitness Mohammad Nisar, Bantwal Rural Police registered an FIR under relevant sections of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023 — including Sections 103, 109, 118(1), 118(2), 190, 191(1), 191(2), and 191(3).
The complaint suggests communal motivation or personal enmity behind the attack. The involvement of known acquaintances has deepened concerns in the local community.
Five police teams have been formed under DYSP Vijay Prakash to trace and arrest the accused. The operation is being carried out in coordination with Mangaluru City’s CCB and Bantwal Rural Police.
The brutal killing of Abdul Rahiman and the attempted murder of Shafi have triggered widespread outrage. Rahiman, who was actively involved in community service and mosque affairs, is being remembered fondly by villagers.
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Meghalaya MP death: Assembly session for Feb 20 likely to be adjourned, says CM
Shillong (PTI): The Meghalaya assembly session for February 20, during which the state budget is scheduled to be presented, could be adjourned as a mark of respect to Shillong MP Ricky A J Syngkon, who died on Thursday evening, Chief Minister Conrad K Sangma said.
Syngkon reportedly collapsed while playing futsal on the outskits of the city, and doctors at a private hospital declared him dead around 8:45 pm.
"We have discussed with Deputy Chief Minister and in-charge of Parliamentary Affairs, Prestone Tynsong, and we will have a meeting tomorrow with the Business Advisory Committee (BAC) headed by the Speaker," Sangma told PTI.
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"I have communicated to the Deputy CM that it would be appropriate for the government not to go ahead with the proceedings of the House tomorrow. Even though tomorrow is the day we are supposed to present the budget, it will make absolute sense and a mark of respect to the departed soul if we were to postpone even the presentation of the budget," he said.
Sangma expressed shock over the sudden demise of Syngkon, recalling their recent meeting in Delhi where they discussed development plans for Meghalaya.
"I had met Syngkon about two weeks back in Delhi... that was the last meeting and conversation I had with him," the CM said.
Sangma recalled Syngkon's commitment and passion for the people of Khasi and Jaintia Hills, describing his demise as a "great loss for the state".
"Syngkon served the people with humility, vision and a sincere desire to uplift society. I express my deepest condolences to the family of late Ricky Syngkon, and I pray to the Almighty that he gives strength to the family members as well as his supporters and party leaders to bear the huge loss," the chief minister added.
