Cow vigilante Monu Manesar has approached the Manesar police seeking registration of an FIR, alleging he received a death threat over an Instagram audio call from a person claiming links to a Pakistan-based criminal network.
According to The Tribune, Manesar filed a written complaint stating that on August 1, his brother Rohit — who was using his Instagram account at the time — received a call from one Saif Ali Khan, who claimed association with the Shahzad Bhatti gang operating from Pakistan.
Details of the death threat against Monu Manesar
The complaint alleges that the caller threatened to blow Manesar up with a bomb and fire "100 bullets" at him soon. The threat also extended to his security personnel, according to the complaint filed with the police.
Manesar further alleged that the threat was also issued to his associate, Pinky Chaudhary, who is based in Uttar Pradesh. The complaint seeks police action and protection in light of these threats.
"The caller threatened to blow him up with a bomb and fire '100 bullets' at him soon." — The Tribune
Police complaint and security request
Manesar has formally approached the Manesar police to register an FIR regarding the threats. His primary demand is the registration of a formal case against the caller and protection for himself and his associates.
The complaint highlights the seriousness of the situation, with threats directed not only at Manesar but also at people connected to him, including his brother and his associate in Uttar Pradesh.
Our Take: Threat to vigilante raises security concerns
To put it plainly, this is a serious security matter. Regardless of one's views on cow vigilantism, a death threat involving a bomb and a promise of "100 bullets" is a criminal matter that police must investigate thoroughly.
The fact that the threat came through an Instagram audio call and involved claims of links to a Pakistan-based gang adds a cross-border dimension to the case. Police should take this complaint seriously and verify the caller's identity and claims.
What stands out here is the pattern — the threats were not just directed at Manesar but also at his brother, his security personnel, and his associate in another state. This suggests a coordinated attempt to intimidate, which makes the need for police protection even more urgent.
In our view, the police response to this complaint will set a precedent for how such threats are handled. A thorough investigation and appropriate security measures are necessary, not just for Manesar but for anyone who receives similar threats.