Munawar Faruqui rushed back to Mumbai from Delhi after receiving death threats; DETAILS INSIDE |

On Sunday, a major drama took place in Delhi when the authorities received information about a possible threat to stand-up comedian Munawar Faruqui. The incident took place at the IGI Indoor Stadium and The Suryaa Hotel in South Delhi where Faruqui After a planned surgery, Faruqui travelled to Mumbai where a comprehensive examination began.
Acting on intelligence reports of a possible threat to Munawar Faruqui’s life, Delhi Police initiated immediate action and heightened security at both the stadium and the hotel. Faruqui, who was in the city toCricket League for Entertainers 2024″ event, was at the center of a coordinated police operation to protect his safety. Police received information late Saturday night while investigating a shooting incident in Great Kailash-I which culminated in the murder of the businessman Nadir Shah.
As the investigation into the shooting continued, authorities began questioning the suspects involved. During questioning, the suspects admitted they had been conducting reconnaissance at the Suryaa Hotel for what appeared to be a targeted killing. Although the details of their intended target were initially unknown, additional investigation brought to light an even more disturbing revelation: Munawar Faruqui may be the target of an imminent threat.
When the police received this information, they acted promptly to protect both the Suryaa Hotel and the IGI Indoor Stadium, where a cricket league match between the Haryanvi Hunters and Mumbai Disruptors was scheduled. Faruqui was staying in the same hotel as fellow artist and YouTuber Elvish Yadavwho also took part in the league.
Chaos broke out in the IGI Stadium as police stormed the area to assess the threat and evacuate people. Social media immediately became abuzz with videos of police clearing the stadium, and fans were seen leaving the event as they became increasingly concerned for their safety.
Another police team led by DCP Pratiksha Godara inspected the Suryaa Hotel and closely checked entrances and exits. Hotel employees reported that Munawar Faruqui was staying on the first floor, which may have put him in proximity to the suspects’ scouting activities. Plainclothes officers were posted throughout the hotel to monitor the situation and heightened security was immediately put in place.
As the situation escalated, police officers encouraged Faruqui to take the threat seriously. He was initially reluctant to raise awareness of the situation, but eventually he was persuaded to leave Delhi. He later told The Times of India that he had left because he wanted to catch a flight, but declined to elaborate on the circumstances for security reasons.
Meanwhile, the police are conducting a thorough investigation into the nature of the threat and the intended target. According to sources, Faruqui’s security arrangements are being reviewed and analyzed to ensure his safety following these developments.

However, doubts remain as to the ultimate objective of the threats, particularly given that the suspects had carried out numerous reconnaissance trips without being explicitly instructed as to who they were targeting.
The threat emerged from a larger investigation into the shooting death of businessman Nadir Shah. Shah was shot and died in Delhi’s upscale Greater Kailash-I area on Thursday evening. During interrogation, those arrested in connection with the murder said they had been instructed to keep an eye out for the Suryaa Hotel for a possible target. Shah, who was apparently a frequent guest at the hotel, could have been the intended target of the gunmen.
However, as authorities investigated the case further, they discovered an alleged subplot targeting Munawar Faruqui. The fact that Faruqui and Elvish Yadav were both staying at the hotel and attending a high-profile public event made the case even more complex.
The police responded quickly, which was crucial to prevent the situation from escalating. Both teams mobilized at the stadium and hotel to neutralize the perceived threat.