Main Accused in Mukesh Chandrakar Murder Arrested in Hyderabad

Mukesh Chandrakar Murder Case: The SIT (Special Investigation Team) has achieved a major breakthrough in the high-profile murder case of Chhattisgarh journalist Mukesh Chandrakar.

Mukesh Chandrakar Murder Case: The Special Investigation Team (SIT) in Chhattisgarh has achieved a major breakthrough in the high-profile murder case of journalist Mukesh Chandrakar.

Suresh Chandrakar, the main accused in the case, was arrested late on Sunday night from Hyderabad. Suresh Chandrakar is known to be a Congress leader and contractor.

This arrest took place on 6th January 2025. Given the sensitive nature of the case involving the murder of a journalist, it has drawn significant media and public attention.

Arrest of the Main Accused

The SIT team had left for Hyderabad on Saturday to arrest Suresh Chandrakar. He was apprehended there and brought back to Chhattisgarh. Two of Suresh’s brothers, Ritesh Chandrakar and Dinesh Chandrakar, along with a labourer, have already been arrested by the police. All are accused of involvement in Mukesh Chandrakar’s murder.

Interrogation of Accused Continues

Mayank Gurjar, the SIT in-charge in Bijapur, stated that Suresh Chandrakar, the prime accused in the murder of journalist Mukesh Chandrakar, who had been absconding since the incident, has been taken into custody. The accused was detained late last night by the SIT from Hyderabad and is being interrogated. Mayank Gurjar further informed that three other accused have also been arrested – Ritesh Chandrakar, Dinesh Chandrakar, and Mahendra. The arrested accused are currently being questioned.

#WATCH | Prime accused of journalist Mukesh Chandrakar’s murder case, Suresh Chandrakar, who was absconding after the crime, has been detained. The accused was detained from Hyderabad late last night by the SIT and he is being questioned

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The murder of journalist Mukesh Chandrakar has created a major political and social issue in the state. Given the alleged political influence of the accused, the investigation is under intense public scrutiny. Suresh Chandrakar’s status as a Congress leader has caused a stir in political circles.

Further Action

The SIT will now interrogate the main accused and attempt to uncover the motives and conspiracy behind the murder. The investigation team is working to strengthen the case by connecting the links between Suresh Chandrakar and the other accused.