Pune MLA Expresses Fear for Life as Accused in Murder Plot Released on Bail
Maval MLA Sunil Shelke has raised concerns about his safety, claiming that individuals arrested for plotting his murder have been released on bail and are now roaming free in the Maval area.
PuneMlaSunil ShelkeNationalist Congress PartyMavalReal Estate MaharashtraJul 04, 2025
Mumbai/Pune, 4th July 2025: Maval MLA Sunil Shelke, from the Ajit Pawar-led Nationalist Congress Party (NCP), made a startling revelation during the Monsoon Session of the Maharashtra Legislative Assembly on Friday, stating that his life is under serious threat. Shelke claimed that individuals previously arrested for plotting his murder have now been released on bail and are roaming free, raising grave concerns about his safety.
Maharashtra Minister of State for Home, Yogesh Kadam, responded to the allegation by assuring that appropriate action would be taken. He announced that a Special Investigation Team (SIT) will be formed to probe the matter thoroughly.
Back in 2023, the Pimpri-Chinchwad Police had arrested five individuals who were allegedly planning to avenge the murder of Kishore Aware, a case in which Shelke and his brother were suspected of involvement. The police had seized pistols, cartridges, and other weapons from the accused, reportedly sourced from Madhya Pradesh. These accused, all of whom have a criminal history, were later granted bail and are now allegedly seen in the Maval area despite being externed from the region.
Speaking in the Assembly, Shelke said, “The accused arrested by Pimpri-Chinchwad Police in 2023 have been granted bail and are roaming openly in Pune district and Maval taluka despite being externed. Someone paid lakhs of rupees to get them bail. Who is behind this? The Police and the Home Department must investigate.”
Meanwhile, a senior Pimpri-Chinchwad Police official stated, “We have not yet received any official orders from the Home Ministry, but we will look into the matter.”
The Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) is a prominent political party in Maharashtra, known for its progressive and secular policies. Maval is a taluka in the Pune district of Maharashtra, known for its historical and cultural significance. The Pimpri-Chinchwad Police have been instrumental in maintaining law and order in the region, and their response to this situation will be closely monitored by the local community and political leaders.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Sunil Shelke?
Sunil Shelke is an MLA (Member of the Legislative Assembly) from Maval, representing the Ajit Pawar-led Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) in Maharashtra.
What did Sunil Shelke reveal in the Maharashtra Legislative Assembly?
Sunil Shelke revealed that his life is under threat because individuals previously arrested for plotting his murder have been released on bail and are now roaming free in the Maval area.
What action did the Maharashtra Minister of State for Home take?
Maharashtra Minister of State for Home, Yogesh Kadam, announced that a Special Investigation Team (SIT) will be formed to thoroughly investigate the matter.
What is the background of the accused individuals?
The accused individuals were arrested in 2023 for allegedly planning to avenge the murder of Kishore Aware, a case in which Sunil Shelke and his brother were suspected of involvement. They have a criminal history and were later granted bail.
What is the current status of the investigation?
The Pimpri-Chinchwad Police have not yet received any official orders from the Home Ministry but have stated that they will look into the matter.
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