Bollywood star Salman Khan has increased his security after receiving fresh death threats from the Lawrence Bishnoi gang. The threats follow the murder of Khan’s close friend, politician Baba Siddique, for which the gang has claimed responsibility.
To ensure his safety, Khan has imported a bulletproof Nissan Patrol SUV from Dubai, costing around Rs 2 crore. This vehicle, which is not available in India, has special features like reinforced glass to withstand gunfire, bomb alert systems, and tinted windows for privacy.
This is the second time Khan has imported a bulletproof car, highlighting how serious the threats are. The Bishnoi gang, which has been after Khan since the blackbuck poaching case in 1998, recently demanded Rs 5 crore from him. The blackbuck is sacred to the Bishnoi community, and Khan’s involvement in the poaching case has made him a target ever since.
Though Lawrence Bishnoi is currently in jail, his gang continues to issue threats, forcing Khan to strengthen his security. He has added eight to ten armed guards and set up a special command centre at his home, Galaxy Apartments, for 24/7 monitoring.
Khan’s father, Salim Khan, recently defended his son, saying that Salman loves animals and was not involved in the poaching. However, the danger still looms over the actor.