Pakistan: Underworld kingpin Dawood Ibrahim ‘allegedly’ poisoned in Karachi, sparking furore on social media
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Pakistan: Underworld kingpin Dawood Ibrahim ‘allegedly’ poisoned in Karachi, sparking furore on social media

One of the most dreaded and feared underworld figures, Dawood Ibrahim has been allegedly poisoned in the city of Karachi causing wildfire on social media, alarming the Pakistani government with media reports believing a shutdown of the internet and other facilities

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Dec 18, 2023, 02:45 pm IST
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In a shocking turn of events, reports of the infamous underworld don Dawood Ibrahim allegedly being poisoned have rattled Pakistan. The repercussions of this news have extended to a complete internet shutdown across the nation raising suspicions about attempts to suppress information about Dawood’s critical condition.

Poisoning Claims

Social media platforms are abuzz with speculation that Dawood Ibrahim, the fugitive underworld don has fallen victim to poisoning Sources indicate his hospitalization in critical condition prompting concerns and a flurry of online discussions.

A Pakistani journalist named Arzoo Kazmi in a video statement suggests a deliberate attempt to conceal a  major incident by disrupting Twitter, Google, and YouTube Services. She corroborates the critical conditions of Dawood in the hospital, adding a layer of mystery to the unfolding situation.

Possible Connections to the Imran Khan Rally

However, some government insiders hint at a connection between the internet blackout and former PM Imran Khan and his virtual rally implying an effort to prevent potential unrest. The motives behind this drastic step remain speculative but may be tied to political events unfolding in the country.

Internet Suspended

The nationwide internet blackout has inflicted significant hardships on the people of Pakistan exacerbating the distress caused by reduced internet speeds preceding Imran Khan’s Rally. The Pakistani Telecommunication Authority (PTA) remains silent on this matter as social media users’ express concerns about potential rights infringements and business disruptions.

Details on his Reported Death

Reports on December 18, 2023, suggest that Dawood Ibrahim, the mastermind of the 1993 Mumbai series blasts may have succumbed to poisoning in Karachi hospital a day before. While sources claim that his demise was between 8 PM and 9 PM, no official confirmation has been issued. Dawood, a most wanted terrorist in India has purportedly resided in Pakistan for years, acclaim that has been denied by Pakistan.

Dawood’s D-Company

Dawood International crime network, the D Company has long been involved in illicit activities such as drug trafficking, money laundering, extortion, and arms smuggling. Designated as a global terrorist by both India and the United Nations carries a hefty bounty of USD 25 million.

His crime syndicate, the D Company, also played a central role in the devastating 1993 Mumbai bombings that claimed over 250 lives and left thousands injured. The National Investigative Agency (NIA) has linked the syndicate to a range of nefarious activities cementing Dawood’s position as a high-profile target on global law enforcement lists.

Born in 1995, in the slums of Dongri, central Mumbai, Dawood’s Early involvement in theft and criminal activities set the stage for his ascent in the underworld, A protégé of Haji Mastan, one of the most prominent underworld dons, Dawood ambitions led to a violent clash within the underworld in 1984, forcing him to flee to Dubai.

The year 1993 marked a turning point as a series of bomb blasts rocked Mumbai in the aftermath of the Babri Masjid demolition, Dawood, now a fugitive, faced international scrutiny with the FBI and Interpol placing them on the most wanted lists, Fleeing Dubai, he sought asylum under the protection of the Pakistani government.

Dawood Ibrahim’s life marked by a rise from the slums of Mumbai to become a kingpin of organised crime has captivated public interest. Several films including Shootout of Lokhandwala and Once Upon a Time in Mumbai have depicted his criminal exploits showcasing a dark chapter in the history of India.

As the rumors surrounding Dawood’s alleged poisoning persist and the nation grapples with the internet blackout, the unfolding events present a complex web of political, criminal, and social dimensions leaving the public in suspense and speculation.

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