National: Dramatic Shootout in Delhi
In the early hours of October 23, 2025, a intense gunfight erupted in Delhi’s Rohini area. Four notorious criminals from Bihar’s Sigma Gang lost their lives in a joint operation by Delhi and Bihar police forces. This event comes just weeks before Bihar’s assembly elections, raising questions about potential disruptions.
The clash began around 2:20 am on Bahadur Shah Marg when police teams moved in based on intelligence. The gangsters opened fire first, leading to a retaliatory response that ended with all four dead. No officers were injured in the exchange.
Sigma Gang’s Criminal Legacy
Known as Sigma and Company, the group operated mainly from Sitamarhi in Bihar. They built a reputation for carrying out crimes roughly once a month over the past six years. Their activities spread fear across the region through extortion and armed robberies.
The gang specialized in contract killings, making them a top priority for law enforcement. They often planned operations outside Bihar before returning to execute them. Police linked them to several high-profile cases, including illegal arms trafficking.
Key Figures Eliminated
The encounter claimed the life of gang leader Ranjan Pathak, aged 25. He had evaded capture before, slipping away during a previous police attempt in Bihar. Pathak coordinated the group’s operations across borders.
Alongside him were Bimlesh Mahto, 25, Manish Pathak, 33, and Aman Thakur, 21. All hailed from Sitamarhi and were most-wanted for multiple offenses. Their network extended to Jharkhand, Uttar Pradesh, and even Nepal’s borders.
Bihar DGP’s Insights
Bihar’s Director General of Police, Vinay Kumar, addressed the operation in a statement. He highlighted the gang’s role as hired assassins and their frequent criminal acts. With elections approaching, authorities intensified surveillance to prevent any interference.
Kumar noted that intelligence from monitoring units led to coordinating with Delhi police. The joint effort successfully located and neutralized the threat. He emphasized that such actions help maintain order during sensitive times.
Election Context and Aftermath
The timing of this encounter aligns with Bihar’s 2025 assembly polls, set to begin soon. Officials suspect the gang aimed to create unrest in Sitamarhi and beyond. By eliminating them, police claim to have thwarted potential plots.
Investigations continue into remaining gang members and their hideouts. Aman Thakur reportedly provided local shelter in Delhi. This operation underscores the challenges of cross-state crime networks.
- Authorities recovered weapons from the site, including pistols used in the shootout.
- The gang’s Instagram-style bravado earned them the nickname “Instagram Killers” in some reports.
- Police are probing links to specific murders, like those in Brahmashree, for further charges.