Rajasthan CM receives fifth death threat in 15 months

IANS May 15, 2025 233 views

Rajasthan Chief Minister Bhajan Lal Sharma has received another alarming death threat via email, which marks the fifth such incident in just 15 months. The graphic email threatened extreme violence against both Sharma and the Rajasthan Sports Council President, containing explicit descriptions of potential harm. Law enforcement officials have confirmed that a comprehensive investigation is currently underway to identify and apprehend those responsible for these repeated threats. Despite the ongoing security concerns, Sharma continues to carry out his official duties, recently participating in the Tiranga Yatra and expressing gratitude to the armed forces.

"After Pahalgam, the anger among countrymen was calmed by our soldiers" - Bhajan Lal Sharma
Jaipur, May 15: Rajasthan Chief Minister Bhajan Lal Sharma has received another death threat -- the fifth in the past 15 months -- officials from the Chief Minister's Office (CMO) said on Thursday.

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- Threatening email sent to CM and Sports Council President with violent content

According to CMO officials, the threat was sent via email to the official IDs of both the Chief Minister and the Rajasthan Sports Council President Neeraj K. Pawan, an IAS officer.

The email contained graphic threats of violence, stating: "If the police do not act in the rape victim's case, we can murder the CM. We will cut him into pieces."

A similar threat was issued against Pawan, with the mail stating: "We will cut him into pieces and pack him in a black suitcase."

This marks the fifth death threat received by the Chief Minister since taking office.

On February 21, 2024, a prisoner in Dausa Jail, booked under the POCSO Act, made two threatening calls to the CM within ten minutes.

Earlier, on July 27, 2024, a call from Shyalawas Jail triggered a search operation at Jaipur Central Jail, during which mobile phones were seized. A suspect was arrested for smuggling a SIM card.

In another incident in January 2024, a POCSO Act inmate from Jaipur Central Jail called the police control room, threatening to shoot the CM.

Officials said that an investigation is underway to trace the source of the latest email and apprehend those responsible.

Meanwhile, CM Sharma was attending the Tiranga Yatra on Thursday, which was flagged off from Jaipur's Albert Hall to mark the success of Operation Sindoor and express gratitude to the armed forces.

Speaking at the event, Sharma said: "After Pahalgam, the anger among countrymen was calmed by our soldiers, who struck the terror bases in Pakistan. Times have changed. Today, I thank all those involved in Operation Sindoor. I also express my gratitude to Prime Minister Narendra Modi and his cabinet for making this possible."

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Rahul K.
This is very concerning! Our CM's security should be top priority. These repeated threats show some serious loopholes in our prison communication systems. How are prisoners getting access to phones/SIM cards? Needs immediate attention!
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Priya M.
The graphic nature of these threats is terrifying 😨 While we must ensure CM's safety, we should also investigate why these threats are coming from POCSO Act inmates. Is there some larger issue with how these cases are being handled? Food for thought.
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Amit S.
Salute to our CM for continuing public events like Tiranga Yatra despite threats! Shows real courage. But security agencies need to step up - five threats in 15 months is no joke. Maybe need better cyber monitoring to trace these emails faster.
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Sunita R.
The mention of "rape victim's case" in the threat mail is worrying. While nothing justifies threats, I hope the administration is also looking into any pending justice in such cases. A stitch in time saves nine!
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Vikram J.
Our jails have become breeding grounds for criminal networking. Time for complete digital overhaul - jam signals, monitor all communications. Also, why is CM's official email ID so easily accessible? Need better protocols for public figures' contact details.
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Neha P.
While condemning the threats, I appreciate CM's balanced approach - focusing on development (Tiranga Yatra) while addressing security concerns. But the pattern suggests this might be organized. Hope agencies get to the root of it soon 🙏

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