Purnia MP Pappu Yadav has requested heightened security from the central government, citing threats from the notorious Lawrence Bishnoi gang. Following a recent tweet pledging to ?eliminate the Lawrence Bishnoi network in 24 hours,? Yadav has received a death threat and expressed deep concerns about his safety. He has held both the Bihar and central governments accountable, warning they will bear responsibility if harm befalls him.

According to the news agency IANS, Yadav submitted a letter to Union Home Minister Amit Shah, urging immediate action. "Today, as the Lawrence Bishnoi gang continues to perpetrate one incident after another across the country, I, being a political figure, have voiced my opposition to these acts," Yadav stated in the letter, adding that he had received a direct threat on his mobile. "Despite receiving such a severe life-threatening warning, both the Bihar Home Ministry and the Central Home Ministry appear inactive concerning my security," he added, fearing the governments? reaction would come only posthumously.

A video allegedly featuring a member of the Lawrence Bishnoi gang threatening Yadav?s personal assistant has been widely shared on social media. In the clip, the gang member purportedly warns of serious consequences if Yadav continues his criticisms of Bishnoi.

Yadav?s recent outspoken remarks on social media have captured public attention. In an October 13 post on X, Yadav voiced frustration with the gang?s influence, stating, ?Is this a country or an army of cowards? A criminal sits in jail, issuing challenges, killing people, and everyone is merely a spectator. First, it was Moosewala, then the leader of the Karni Sena, and now he?s had an industrialist-politician killed. If the law permits, I will eliminate the entire network of a petty criminal like Lawrence Bishnoi within 24 hours.?

The MP recently visited Mumbai, where he met with the son of a politician who was reportedly a victim of the Bishnoi gang. He also mentioned a conversation with Bollywood superstar Salman Khan, a frequent target of threats from Bishnoi, although they could not meet in person.

With the Bishnoi gang?s influence increasingly scrutinized and Yadav?s vow to dismantle it garnering attention, calls for stringent action and strengthened security measures are growing. The situation is now under review, with many awaiting the central government?s response to Yadav?s appeal for protection.