Gangster Mukhtar Ansari claims he was slowly poisoned and seeks court intervention

Lucknow, March 22 – Mafia don-turned-politician Mukhtar Ansari has filed an application in the Barabanki court, alleging slow poisoning by the Banda prison staff. Ansari, who had to appear before the court through video conferencing on Thursday, skipped citing poor health. His lawyer submitted the application on his behalf, stating that Ansari was given poison in his food recently, causing him pain in his limbs.

In the application, Ansari claimed, “Around few days ago, my food was poisoned.” He has requested the setting up of a medical board for his examination. The court has fixed March 29 as the next date of hearing for this case. Mukhtar Ansari has been seeking proper medical examination due to alleged slow poisoning in the prison where he is currently lodged.

The application filed by Ansari’s lawyer Randhir Singh Suman highlights the urgency of the situation, urging the court to address the issue promptly. The allegations of poisoning have raised concerns about the safety and well-being of Ansari during his incarceration in the Banda prison. The court’s decision on the matter will be crucial in determining the next steps in ensuring Ansari’s health and safety in the prison environment.

This development comes amid ongoing legal battles and controversies surrounding Mukhtar Ansari, who has been a prominent figure in Uttar Pradesh politics. The allegations of slow poisoning add another layer to the complex legal and political landscape surrounding Ansari. The court’s decision on his medical examination will be closely monitored by both supporters and critics of the mafia don-turned-politician.