Security Enhanced at Jhalmuri Stall After Owner Receives Death Threats
West Bengal: Security tightened at 'jhalmuri' stall, which PM visited, after owner gets death threats

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Security measures have been intensified at a jhalmuri stall in Jhargram, West Bengal, after its owner, Bikram Kumar Sau, received death threats following a visit from Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The threats reportedly originated from individuals claiming to be from Pakistan and Bangladesh, prompting police to investigate and ensure the owner's safety.
- 01Bikram Kumar Sau received death threats via phone and WhatsApp from alleged callers in Pakistan and Bangladesh.
- 02Sau reported that the threats included demands to kill him and bomb his stall.
- 03Four Central Armed Police Forces (CAPF) personnel have been deployed for security at the stall.
- 04CCTV cameras have been installed in the area to enhance surveillance.
- 05The jhalmuri stall gained national attention after PM Modi's visit on April 19.
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Following a visit from Prime Minister Narendra Modi on April 19, security has been heightened at a jhalmuri stall in Jhargram, West Bengal, owned by Bikram Kumar Sau. The stall became notable after Modi sampled the popular snack during his campaign for the West Bengal elections. However, since May 17, Sau has reported receiving death threats from individuals claiming to be from Pakistan and Bangladesh. These threats included violent demands and were communicated through phone calls and WhatsApp video messages, causing Sau to temporarily close his stall out of fear for his safety. In response, local authorities have initiated an investigation with the assistance of cybercrime experts to trace the origins of these threats. To ensure the safety of Sau and his family, four personnel from the Central Armed Police Forces (CAPF) have been assigned to guard the stall, and CCTV cameras have been installed in the vicinity. The incident highlights the growing popularity of jhalmuri, which has surged in popularity following PM Modi's visit, coinciding with the BJP's recent electoral success in the Junglemahal region.
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The increased security measures aim to protect the stall owner and ensure the safety of local businesses in the area.
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