CCTV Reveals Four Gunmen Fleeing to Haryana After Ankit Balyan Killing
Surveillance video shows a quartet of shooters escaping across the state line, sparking political backlash against Uttar Pradesh's ruling party.
A surveillance recording released by local authorities has identified four individuals who opened fire on Ankit Balyan before fleeing toward the neighboring state of Haryana. The footage, captured by a traffic camera near the incident site, shows the assailants moving in a coordinated manner, boarding a vehicle and crossing the state border shortly after the attack.
The murder has intensified scrutiny of the law‑and‑order climate in Uttar Pradesh. Leaders of the Samajwadi Party and the Indian National Congress have publicly condemned the incident, accusing the BJP‑led state administration of failing to ensure public safety. Both opposition parties called for an immediate inquiry and demanded that the government strengthen its policing measures in the region.
State officials confirmed that a forensic team is reviewing the video to trace the suspects’ identities and routes. Police have also announced a joint operation with Haryana authorities to locate the gunmen, who are believed to have sought refuge across the border. The investigation is ongoing, and no arrests have been reported as of the latest update.
The incident underscores growing concerns over political violence and the capacity of local law‑enforcement agencies to respond swiftly. While the motive behind Ankit Balyan’s killing remains under investigation, the cross‑state escape highlighted gaps in coordination between neighboring jurisdictions. Observers note that the case may become a litmus test for the Uttar Pradesh government's handling of criminal incidents that spill over state lines.