Bhopal Shooting Case Accused Shahid Itarsi Takes Out Massive Vehicle Convoy After Jail Release, Traffic Disrupted For 8 Km

In Bhopal, the release of criminal Shahid Itarsi, also known as Shahid Ansari, from jail on Monday night was met with a massive convoy of vehicles, causing significant traffic disruption. The procession, which began around 10 pm, stretched for eight kilometers from Lalghati to VIP Road, inconveniencing numerous commuters. A video of the convoy circulated widely on social media on Tuesday, portraying Ansari's release as a grand celebration.

Itarsi, who was previously detained in connection with a shooting incident, was granted bail. As the convoy moved through the city, supporters greeted him from cars, waving and recording videos of the procession. The extensive display of solidarity indeed brought the city's traffic to a crawl, with traffic authorities recording the eight-kilometer stretch as particularly affected.

Despite the inconvenience caused, the convoy's size and organization highlighted the level of support Ansari's associates had amassed. It is suspected that Ansari was involved in the shooting of property dealer Shafi, known as Hasan, in Karbala's Shalimar Apartments in 2024. Following the incident, Ansari, along with five of his associates, was charged with an attempt-to-murder case, leading to his arrest and subsequent incarceration.