Family of Kasganj violence victim gets death threats

Lucknow: The family of Chandan Gupta, who was killed in Kasganj during the January 26 riots, has reportedly been threatened by some elements.

Chandan’s father, Sushil Gupta, told reporters that some people came to his house on a motorbikes and told him not to go too deep in the case of his son’s murder.

“They said that some have gone to jail, but others are still outside. This enmity can cost you more,” they said.

Mr Gupta said that he feared a threat to his family and had sought security from chief minister Yogi Adityanath. “I also want a license for arms so that my family can feel secure”, he said.