Lucknow, In an unexpected development, former Director General of Police (DGP) of Uttar Pradesh, Sulkhan Singh, has advocated for a Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) inquiry into the death of Mukhtar Ansari, who passed away while incarcerated. This call reflects growing concerns and demands for transparency over the circumstances surrounding Ansari’s demise.

According to Kashmir Media Service, DGP Singh, in discussions with the media, highlighted the public’s escalating apprehensions regarding the sudden death of Mukhtar Ansari. Ansari had previously claimed that he was being administered slow poison, a serious allegation that Singh believes warrants a swift and thorough investigation by the CBI to uncover the truth.

Singh underscored the necessity of the state government’s immediate action to dispel any doubts regarding Ansari’s death, emphasizing that fears of foul play had been voiced. “Given the allegations and the fear of murder, it’s imperative for the government to clarify its position and initiate a CBI investigation at the earliest,” Singh stated, underlining the importance of transparency in this high-profile case.

In response to inquiries about the potential for police involvement in Ansari’s death, Singh remarked on the possibility of misconduct, referencing the fact that 250 police officers are currently serving sentences or awaiting trial for various offences. “While it’s not fair to generalize all policemen based on these instances, the capacity for such actions cannot be ignored,” Singh noted, suggesting that the investigation into Ansari’s death should be conducted with an awareness of these realities.

This call for a CBI probe into Mukhtar Ansari’s death by a former high-ranking police official adds a significant layer to the ongoing dialogue regarding police conduct and the need for accountability and clarity in the handling of detainees within the state’s prison system.