The gruesome murder of Punjab based Singer Sidhu Moose Wala in May 2022 brought Lawrence Bishnoi gangster into the global frame. Recently, for instance his gang was involved in the assassination of political leader Baba Siddique that has revived concerns on the activities of the Bishnoi gang despite Bishnoi being behind bars in Gujarat’s Sabarmati Jail.
The Bishnoi Gang – A Global Syndicate
Drawing its roots from the Indian sub-continent, Lawrence Bishnoi is well-known as the mastermind to a violent crime organisation. The Bishnoi gang currently functions in states such as Punjab, Haryana, and Delhi having connections with international market, specifically Canada, by the help of their associate Goldy Brar. They engage in activities like threats, elimination and dealing in arms and their targets extend to performers and entrepreneurs.
Communication – A Key to Control
Unbelievable as it may sound the Authorities were surprised to find that Bishnoi, while behind bars, is still capable of pulling off the said criminal activities. It is said that he makes use only smuggled mobile phone and highly secured VPN networks to accommodate the gang members. People use Signal or Telegram for secure communication with the partners in India or other countries on the matter. This elaborate communication system enables him to hold over his gang affairs, not even when he is in isolation.
Shooters
The gang has a very large members with almost 700 shooters across the country. Most of these people are professionals in their regions who are employed to work as thugs for the teams, but they have no idea they are working for such big teams. Street gang recruiters usually select disadvantaged or underage boys with intentions of making immediate cash to be used in duplication and distribution of gang material without the boys understanding of the broader aim.
Operations
The modus operandi of Bishnoi gang is likewise hierarchical and dividing into functional subsidiaries like operational, legal, and informatory. Such structure allows them to conduct highly visible missions with ruthlessness.
High-Profile Cases and Criminal Ties
Bishnoi gang was involved in the latest murder of Baba Siddique and this is evidence of the gangs impendent and foothold. The probes institutionalise linkages with other dangerous offenders consistent with the fact that the Indian organised crime is synchronously coordinated. Lawrence Bishnoi’s operations are still very much in action, showing action and its challenges of modern day gangs in society.
