Former Indian cricket captain Sourav Ganguly has publicly addressed a series of death threats directed at himself and his family. The former Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) president confirmed that he and his wife, Dona, have been receiving menacing letters for approximately six months.
The situation escalated recently when the language in the correspondence became significantly more aggressive, with some messages reportedly using terms such as “eliminate” and “finish.” While the family initially suspected the letters might have originated from overzealous fans, the persistent nature of the threats eventually forced them to seek legal intervention.
A formal complaint has been lodged at the Thakurpukur Police Station in Kolkata. Ganguly addressed the media on Friday while attending a store inauguration in the city, expressing confidence that local law enforcement would resolve the matter. “We have reported it to the police. I am sure the police will sort it out. The number is from Kolkata. Hopefully, the police will do the needful,” he stated.
The former captain confirmed that he currently has security measures in place to ensure his safety. While he acknowledged the gravity of the situation, Ganguly declined to provide specific details regarding the content of the threats or identify any potential suspects currently under investigation.
Authorities are now intensifying their probe into the origin of the letters. As the investigation continues, the cricket icon remains focused on cooperating with the police to bring the matter to a close, maintaining that he trusts the authorities to handle the security concerns effectively.
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Source: Gulf News
