Politics and Crime: Even after 24 years, the killer is still unknown, and witnesses are being threatened. Relatives are demanding justice, but the investigation results are inconclusive.

Near the Lucknow Raj Bhavan, on March 6, 2002, SP MLA Manzoor Ahmed was shot dead. MLA Manzoor Ahmed was known for his simplicity and direct connection with the public. A wave of public support poured in for him from as far as Bareilly.