In a moment of closure for the family of late BJP MLA Krishnanand Rai, the demise of gangster-turned-politician Mukhtar Ansari has been seen as a deliverance of justice. Alka Rai, wife of the deceased MLA, expressed her relief, stating, “This is the blessing of the Almighty. I used to pray to him for justice and it has been served today.
“The absence of celebrations, particularly during Holi, due to her husband’s murder, made this occasion significant for the Rai family. Alka Rai remarked, “We never celebrated Holi after the incident (the murder). I felt that today is Holi for us.” The sentiment of closure was echoed by many who saw Ansari’s death as a relief, especially for the children orphaned by his criminal activities.
However, amidst the sense of justice served, questions have arisen regarding the circumstances of Ansari’s demise. Allegations of foul play have been made by his family, with his son claiming that Ansari was given poison in his food. The call for a high-level investigation by political figures like Mayawati underscores the complexity surrounding Ansari’s passing, leaving the quest for truth and closure ongoing.