PATNA: Tutor Faisal Khan, widely known as Khan Sir, is facing the possibility of arrest after the Patna police registered a First Information Report (FIR) against him in connection with a firing incident that took place at his coaching centre in the Kadamkuan area. The FIR was lodged at Kadamkuan police station under charges of attempt to murder and relevant provisions of the Arms Act.
Police Action Based on Bodyguard Statements
The police action followed statements made by Khan Sir's bodyguards, who allegedly told investigators that he instructed them, "You fire the shots, I will handle the rest." Based on these statements, the police booked him under Section 109 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), which pertains to abetment of an offense.
Details of the Incident
The case relates to a clash at the coaching centre on June 2, during which videos surfaced showing bodyguards opening fire. The police have already arrested the two guards and sent them to jail. Khan Sir was also questioned during the investigation. Patna SSP Kartikey K Sharma stated, "Further legal action is being initiated in the matter. Currently, the investigation is ongoing. We will take the next step after proper inquiry and investigation."
Student Support and Police Deployment
Following the FIR, hundreds of students gathered outside Khan Global Studies in support of Khan Sir, raising slogans in his favor. Additional police personnel were deployed at the site, and students were later asked to leave the premises. The situation remained tense but under control.
Khan Sir's Defense
Khan Sir has maintained that the firing was an act of self-defense. "There was a scuffle going on. I knew police would take time to reach. Police cannot fly to the spot. So the guards fired in self-defence," he said. Questioning the criticism of the guards, he added, "Why do we keep guards? So they can protect people when needed. Did the guards fire at anyone?"
Video Evidence and Allegations
In a video shown to students, Khan Sir displayed CCTV footage of the incident and alleged that a person seen taking away a coaching centre guard had not yet been arrested. He claimed attention was being diverted from the main issue. Holding a book during the address, he said, "I swear on knowledge, firing happened that day."
Impact on Coaching Fees
He also claimed that closure of Khan Global Studies would lead to a sharp rise in coaching fees. "My aim is not to make money," he told students. The police said the investigation is continuing, and further action will depend on the evidence collected during the probe.
