Mumbai Police have detained 24-year-old Fatima Khan in connection with death threats made against Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath. The threats, which surfaced online, raised significant alarm among law enforcement and political circles, prompting an immediate investigation.

Fatima Khan, a resident of the state, allegedly posted threatening messages on social media platforms targeting the CM Yogi. The posts quickly gained traction, leading to widespread concern over the safety of public officials in the region. Law enforcement agencies acted swiftly, launching a probe that resulted in Khan’s detention.

The threat mentioned that if CM Yogi did not resign from the chief minister’s post within 10 days, then he would be killed like NCP leader Baba Siddiqui.

In the wake of the threats, police officials have emphasized the seriousness of such actions, particularly in a politically sensitive environment. They underscored that any form of intimidation against public figures will not be tolerated, highlighting the need for maintaining order and security.

Khan’s motivations behind the threats remain unclear, and investigators are working to determine the context and intent behind her actions. The official reportedly said that Fatima Khan, 24, lived in Ulhasnagar area of neighbouring Thane of Maharashtra with her family. Her father is into timber business. Khan is an IT graduate but as per the reports she is mentally unstable,” police said.