Chirag Paswan receives death threat from 'hardcore terrorists', LJP-RV seeks probe
Synopsis
Union Minister Chirag Paswan has received an anonymous letter threatening his life at the hands of ‘hardcore terrorists’ — the second such threat-linked episode in recent months. The LJP-RV has formally written to the Home Ministry demanding a probe and tighter security, even as Paswan remains at the centre of a heated intra-NDA dispute over SC/ST reservation sub-categorisation.
Key Takeaways
Chirag Paswan received an anonymous death threat letter on 1 September , warning he would be killed by ‘hardcore terrorists.’ LJP-RV has written to the Union Home Ministry seeking a formal investigation and enhanced security cover.
LJP-RV MP Arun Bharti confirmed this is the second such threat-related incident, with a prior episode having occurred in Bihar .
The threat follows Paswan’s public opposition to SC/ST reservation sub-categorisation advocated by fellow NDA minister Jitan Ram Manjhi .
The Union Home Ministry is yet to issue a formal response to the party’s letter.
Union Minister and Lok Janshakti Party (Ram Vilas) chief Chirag Paswan received an anonymous death threat letter on Tuesday, 1 September, warning that he would be killed by ‘hardcore terrorists.’ The incident has prompted his party to formally write to the Union Home Ministry, demanding a thorough investigation and enhanced security cover for the minister.
The Threat Letter
The anonymous letter, addressed to Paswan, stated: ‘You will be killed shortly by hardcore terrorists.’ Paswan’s secretary escalated the matter to the Union Home Ministry, seeking both a probe into the origin of the threat and an immediate upgrade of the minister’s security arrangements.
What LJP-RV Said
LJP-RV Member of Parliament Arun Bharti described the threat as ‘a matter of great concern’ for the party, its workers, and Paswan’s family. ‘A threat letter was sent to his ministry, stating, ‘You will be killed by hardcore terrorists.’ We have written to the Home Ministry regarding this and demanded that the entire incident be investigated and appropriate legal action be taken against whoever is found guilty,’ Bharti said.
Bharti also noted that a similar threat incident had previously occurred in Bihar, following which police investigated the matter and Paswan’s security was subsequently increased. ‘We don’t want any lapses when it comes to his security,’ he added, calling for heightened protection for Paswan ‘whether in Delhi, Patna or anywhere in the country.’
The MP also suggested that individuals ‘with criminal intentions’ may be motivated by Paswan’s outspoken public statements on various communities and sections of society, though he stopped short of naming any specific group.
Background: The SC/ST Reservation Row
The threat comes amid a politically charged dispute over Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) reservation sub-categorisation, in which Paswan has taken a prominent and contentious position. Union Minister Jitan Ram Manjhi and his son, Bihar Minister Santosh Suman, have been pressing for a ‘quota within a quota’ framework within SC/ST reservations, arguing that benefits have not reached all communities equally.
Paswan has publicly countered this position, warning that introducing economic criteria into reservation policy could dilute its original constitutional purpose. He has called for a broader parliamentary and constitutional debate before any structural changes are made. Manjhi, in turn, alleged that Paswan was engaging in ‘unconstitutional work’ by opposing the demand — a charge that sharpened the public rift between the two National Democratic Alliance (NDA) partners.
What Happens Next
The Union Home Ministry is yet to issue a formal response to the LJP-RV’s letter. A probe, if ordered, would likely involve central security agencies given Paswan’s cabinet rank. The LJP-RV has made clear it expects both an investigation and a security review before any further incidents occur. This is the second such threat-related episode linked to Paswan in recent months, raising questions about the adequacy of existing protection arrangements for senior NDA ministers outside New Delhi.
Point of View
Even if no direct link has been established. Paswan has positioned himself as a defender of the original constitutional framework on reservations, which puts him at odds not just with Manjhi but with a broader political current pushing for community-level differentiation within quotas. A death threat against a sitting cabinet minister, the second in recent months, should have prompted an immediate Home Ministry response — the silence so far is itself a governance signal. Whether the probe will be handled with the urgency befitting a Union Minister’s security, or treated as routine paperwork, will test the Centre’s institutional seriousness.
NationPress
1 Sept 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
What was the death threat received by Chirag Paswan?
Chirag Paswan received an anonymous letter on 1 September stating, ‘You will be killed shortly by hardcore terrorists.’ The letter was addressed to his ministry and has been flagged to the Union Home Ministry for investigation.
What action has LJP-RV taken following the threat?
Paswan’s secretary formally wrote to the Union Home Ministry seeking a probe into the threat and an upgrade of the minister’s security. LJP-RV MP Arun Bharti publicly demanded both investigation and appropriate legal action against those found guilty.
Has Chirag Paswan received threats before?
Yes. According to LJP-RV MP Arun Bharti, a similar threat incident had previously occurred in Bihar, following which police investigated and Paswan’s security was increased. The current episode is the second such incident in recent months.
What is the SC/ST reservation dispute linked to this incident?
Chirag Paswan has publicly opposed calls for sub-categorisation within SC/ST reservations, a position advocated by fellow NDA ministers Jitan Ram Manjhi and Bihar Minister Santosh Suman. Manjhi alleged Paswan was engaging in ‘unconstitutional work’ by opposing the demand, sharpening a public rift within the ruling alliance.
Has the Home Ministry responded to the LJP-RV’s letter?
As of the time of reporting, the Union Home Ministry had not issued a formal public response to the LJP-RV’s letter requesting a probe and enhanced security for Chirag Paswan.
