New Delhi: Union minister Jayant Chaudhary allegedly received a death threat from an unknown caller, triggering a review of his security and a police probe based on a complaint lodged in the matter, officials said on Friday.
Police said the caller has been traced to Murshidabad in West Bengal.
Chaudhary, the minister of state (Independent Charge) for skill development and entrepreneurship, received the threat call around 11 am on March 18 from an unidentified number, the officials said.
The caller, who identified himself as “Ismail” from Murshidabad in West Bengal, allegedly claimed to have access to the minister’s official tour plan. This has raised serious concerns about a possible security breach.
The Delhi Police has registered the case and initiated an inquiry, while the West Bengal Police is also involved in tracking the origin of the threat and verifying the caller’s identity.
Who Is Jayant Chaudhary? Jayant Chaudhary is a well-known political leader and currently serves as a Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) in the central government. He is also the National President of the Rashtriya Lok Dal (RLD), a party with a strong presence in western Uttar Pradesh.
He comes from a prominent political family. His grandfather, Chaudhary Charan Singh, was a former Prime Minister of India, and his father, Chaudhary Ajit Singh, was a senior Union Minister.
Focus on Farmers and Rural Development In recent days, Chaudhary has been actively speaking about strengthening the farming sector. Addressing a public gathering in Uttar Pradesh, he emphasised the need for farmers to work in an organised way.
He encouraged farmers to make use of Farmer-Producer Organisations (FPOs) to access better markets and improve their income. He also highlighted the role of schemes like the Kisan Credit Card, which provides easier access to loans.
Chaudhary said that farmers are natural risk-takers and added that if younger farmers combine agriculture with business and management skills, it could bring significant improvements to rural economies.
Government Initiatives for Farmers Referring to past leadership in his family, Chaudhary said that the current government is continuing efforts to support farmers in line with earlier visions.
He stressed that farmers are not weak but form an essential part of India’s cultural and economic strength. According to him, awareness and collective action among farmers can help them benefit more from government schemes.
Investigation Continues. Authorities are treating the threat seriously, especially due to the mention of sensitive information such as the minister’s travel plans.
Both the Delhi and West Bengal Police are working together to trace the caller and assess any potential risks. Further updates are expected as the investigation progresses.
The threat to Jayant Chaudhary has raised concerns about the safety of public officials and the possible misuse of sensitive information. While the investigation is ongoing, the incident highlights the importance of strong security measures and quick coordination between agencies.
