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Indian politician Baba Siddique who is known to have ties with Bollywood stars was recently shot dead in Mumbai, India near his son's office,

Baba Siddique was fatally shot outside his Bandra office, succumbing to injuries at Lilavati Hospital. His last rites were held with state honours. A political figure since his youth, he served multiple terms as an MLA for Bandra West and had strong ties to the Dutt family.

NCP workers recounted the harrowing assassination attempt and the chaotic moments that followed, as Siddique was rushed to Lilavati Hospital for urgent medical attention.

Baba Siddique, born Ziauddin Siddique, hailed from humble beginnings in South Mumbai, where his father repaired wristwatches, but he was drawn to politics.

Baba Siddique was murdered by shooters who had failed multiple times before. Mumbai Police arrested another accused in connection with the case.