Gangster-turned-politician Mukhtar Ansari, who passed away due to cardiac arrest, was laid to rest at the Kali Bagh burial ground in Ghazipur, Uttar Pradesh.
Ansari's body was brought to the family's ancestral burial ground near their residence in Ghazipur, where a grave was prepared next to his parents' resting place.
The local administration enforced stringent security measures both outside Ansari's residence and at the burial ground to ensure the smooth conduct of the funeral and manage the large crowd that gathered to pay their respects.
Led by Ansari's elder brother Afzal Ansari, a Member of Parliament, and attended by family members, including his son Omar Ansari and nephew Suhaib Ansari, along with supporters, a funeral procession commenced from the ancestral residence, attracting a significant number of attendees.
The procession faced challenges in reaching the burial ground due to the massive crowd, necessitating police intervention to maintain order and prevent overcrowding at the cemetery.
Mukhtar Ansari's elder son and MLA, Abbas Ansari, could not attend the funeral as he is currently incarcerated in Kasganj jail on criminal charges.
Varanasi Zone Additional Director General of Police (ADG) Piyush Mordia oversaw the security arrangements in Mohammadabad, ensuring adequate deployment of police personnel to manage the situation.
Despite the large gathering, funeral proceedings remained peaceful, with prayers offered near the house and at the nearby Prince Maidan before Ansari's burial.
Only a limited number of individuals specified by Ansari's family were permitted to stay at the cemetery during the burial, with tight control exercised over entry to prevent any disruptions.
Police, Provincial Armed Constabulary, and paramilitary forces remained vigilant throughout the funeral, deploying additional personnel as needed to maintain peace and ensure the safety of all attendees.
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