Congress MLA’s close aide killed in Central Bengaluru, Police suspect gang rivalry

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Bengaluru, Feb. 23, 2025: A local Congress leader was hacked to death in Central Bengaluru on Sunday, said the police. Hyder Ali, close aide of Congress MLA NA Harris was returning on a two-wheeler with a friend at around 1 am when he was attacked near Garuda Mall in Ashoknagar.

As per the police, a gang followed Ali and cornered him before fatally attacking him, reported The Indian Express. He was rushed to Bowring Hospital but was declared dead on arrival. The attack took place near the Ashoknagar police station prompting swift response from authorities.

"Haider Ali, a ’rowdy-sheeter’ with 11 criminal cases, was attacked and killed between 1 to 1:30 AM while returning home from a bar," said Deputy Bengaluru City Commissioner of Police (Central), Shekhar H Tekkannavar.

"He was ambushed by unknown assailants, intercepted, and assaulted with weapons. His driver sustained minor injuries... a murder case has been registered at Ashok Nagar Police Station," the DCP said.

Tekkannavar further said that no arrests had been made in connection with the matter yet but police are actively investigating the case.

Following the murder, Ali’s supporters reportedly gathered near the hospital, brandishing machetes and swords, sparking concerns about potential unrest and causing panic among people.

Police suspect that Ali’s murder may be related to gang rivalry and are considering this aspect in their investigation. He previously faced multiple criminal charges. A case of murder has been registered by the police and efforts are underway to apprehend the attackers.