Tragic Murder of Actor's Cousin Sparks Religious Tensions in Delhi

Delhi Police have arrested two individuals for the murder of Asif Qureshi, cousin of actor Huma Qureshi, in a parking dispute. The victim's wife alleges the attack was premeditated, driven by religious tensions. The incident underscores underlying communal issues in the Bhogal area of Delhi.

In a shocking incident, Delhi Police have apprehended two suspects in connection to the murder of Asif Qureshi, cousin of acclaimed actor Huma Qureshi. The tragic event unfolded following a parking dispute in the Bhogal area of the capital.

The victim's wife, Shaina Qureshi, has accused the perpetrators of orchestrating what she describes as a 'pre-planned' murder, raising concerns about the religious dynamics at play. 'Asif was a Muslim boy, and all the other residents here are Hindus,' she claimed, suggesting that the tensions stemmed from religious biases.

The altercation, which escalated around 10:30 pm on August 7, ended in tragedy when one of the suspects allegedly attacked Asif with a sharp object. Both accused, Ujjwal and Gautam, in their late teens, have been detained as investigations continue. An FIR has been registered, highlighting potential communal undertones in the incident.

(With inputs from agencies.)