MCOCA invoked against Baba Tiger‑Sharif gang for staged hit on rival Bhuru

Law enforcement agencies have activated the Maharashtra Control of Organised Crime Act (MCOCA) against the criminal outfit identified as the Baba Tiger‑Sharif gang. The move follows investigations that linked the gang to a staged hit intended for their rival, known as Bhuru. Authorities say the operation was designed to simulate a violent encounter, thereby escalating gang rivalry.

The decision to invoke MCOCA underscores the seriousness with which the state treats organized crime and pre‑meditated violent acts. Under the act, the accused can face stringent bail conditions and longer custodial periods, reflecting the law's aim to curb sophisticated criminal networks.

Police have not disclosed further details about the evidence or the next steps in the prosecution, but the invocation signals a heightened investigative focus on the gang's activities.