Prime Suspect Confesses in Murder of Former Bihar Minister's Father

On Wednesday, police announced a breakthrough in the case of former Bihar minister Mukesh Sahni’s father's murder, arresting the main suspect following his confession.

Earlier, police detained four individuals, including the prime accused, for questioning in the killing of Jitan Sahni, the father of VIP chief Mukesh Sahni.

The prime suspect, identified as Qazim Ansari (40) of Supaul Bazar locality, admitted to the crime during interrogation. According to police, Ansari had borrowed Rs 1.5 lakh from Jitan Sahni but could not repay the loan, leading to the deadly altercation.

Police stated that Ansari and his associates broke into Jitan Sahni's home on the night of the murder, demanding land documents. When Sahni refused, Ansari began stabbing him with the help of his accomplices.

A case has been registered against Ansari and his associates, and a search effort is underway to apprehend them.

The 70-year-old victim was found dead at his home in Darbhanga district on Tuesday. The incident has caused public outrage, with opposing parties criticizing the Nitish Kumar administration for the state's deteriorating law and order.

(With inputs from agencies.)