The Rise and Fall of Atiq Ahmed: From Mafia Don to Political Demise.

Indian mafia don-turned-politician Atiq Ahmed was shot dead in front of a hospital in the city of Prayagraj. Ahmed, who was a former MP and convicted criminal, was accused of kidnappings, murders, extortion and land grabs. More than 100 cases were registered against him and he was said to be involved in as many more. The Uttar Pradesh state government has ordered an investigation, but the daring murder has unleashed a torrent of criticism from major local and national politicians who say it shows law and order has broken down there.