Notorious ‘Kali Sarkar’ Arrested in Hardoi for Evading Justice
Pradeep Shukla, known as Kali Sarkar, was arrested in Hardoi for multiple criminal cases and claims of healing.
Hardoi, November 4 (Daily Kiran) : Pradeep Shukla, infamously known as ‘Kali Sarkar’, was apprehended by Hardoi police on November 4. He gained notoriety in the Mau Ranipur area of Jhansi for conducting a ‘Divine Court’ while dressed in military-style attire. Authorities reported that he had failed to appear in court regarding criminal cases dating back to 1993 and 1998, leading to the issuance of a warrant for his arrest.
Shukla, a resident of Chauhan Thok in Hardoi, had been living at a temple in Kuraincha village, Jhansi. He claimed to heal people’s ailments, amassing over 100,000 followers on social media. The police had previously detained him on October 10, but he was released due to insufficient records. After the records were verified, he was arrested again.
In addition to his earlier charges, Shukla is also under investigation for an alleged case of sexual assault involving a minor. The police are actively looking into this matter.
Ajit Chauhan, the City Officer of Hardoi, confirmed that the police are conducting a campaign against crime and criminals under the direction of the Superintendent of Police. On Tuesday, a warrant was obtained from the court against Shukla, leading to his arrest and subsequent appearance in court.
According to police records, Shukla’s first case was registered in 1993 under the Arms Act. That same year, he faced additional charges under IPC sections 394, 397, and 411. Another case was filed against him in 1998 under IPC section 324. His repeated absences in court resulted in the issuance of a permanent warrant for his arrest.
