An old video of a Delhi Police Deputy Commissioner of Police (DCP) addressing gangster Lawrence Bishnoi as “Sahab” has resurfaced on social media, triggering renewed debate over police conduct, public accountability and the treatment of citizens and alleged criminals.
The clip has returned to the spotlight on October 19, 2026, after political activist Abhijeet Dipke shared it online and questioned the way law enforcement treats gangsters compared with students and activists participating in protests.
What Does the Viral Video Show ?
The video features East Delhi DCP Abhishek Dhania speaking during a press conference about a criminal investigation involving threats and an alleged extortion attempt. While describing a message or call connected to the case, the officer referred to Lawrence Bishnoi as “Lawrence Bishnoi Sahab.”
The use of the honorific attracted attention because Bishnoi is a prominent gangster whose name has been associated with several high-profile criminal investigations.
The clip originally circulated in August 2025. Its renewed circulation has brought the officer's remark back into public discussion.
Why Did the Police Officer Say ‘Sahab’ ?
Following the original controversy in August 2025, DCP Abhishek Dhania reportedly described the remark as an accidental slip of the tongue rather than a deliberate expression of respect for the gangster.
According to contemporary media reports, Dhania explained that he had recently interacted with a former senior police officer named Omvir Bishnoi. He suggested that the surname and the association with his former colleague influenced his wording during the press conference.
The explanation is important context: the remark alone does not establish that the officer supported, favored or maintained a relationship with Lawrence Bishnoi. No such conclusion should be drawn from the clip without additional evidence.
Why Has the Video Resurfaced Now ?
On October 19, 2026, Abhijeet Dipke, founder of the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP), shared the old clip and criticised what he described as unequal treatment by law enforcement.
Dipke questioned why police officers appeared to use a respectful form of address for a gangster while, in his view, students and activists engaged in peaceful protests were not always treated with comparable courtesy.
His post renewed discussion about police accountability, professional language and the importance of maintaining public confidence in law enforcement.
These comments represent Dipke's criticism of police conduct; they do not, by themselves, establish institutional favoritism or misconduct.
Connection With the Tiger Shroff Firing Incident
The clip has resurfaced amid heightened attention surrounding the reported firing incident targeting Bollywood actor Tiger Shroff in Mumbai on October 18, 2026.
A social media post attributed to individuals described as linked to the Lawrence Bishnoi gang reportedly claimed responsibility for the incident and included threats directed at people in the film industry. The authenticity of the claims and the alleged links require verification by investigators.
The timing has brought renewed public attention to the Bishnoi gang's alleged activities and the security concerns surrounding threats against prominent entertainment figures.
However, the resurfaced Delhi Police video is an older, separate incident. The officer's remark should not be treated as evidence connecting him to the Mumbai firing or to any alleged gang activity.
Who Is Lawrence Bishnoi ?
Lawrence Bishnoi is an Indian gangster who has been named in multiple high-profile criminal investigations. Authorities and media reports have associated his alleged criminal network with extortion, threats and violent crimes.
His name has repeatedly appeared in public discussion concerning security threats involving celebrities and other prominent individuals. Allegations concerning specific incidents must nevertheless be assessed on the basis of verified evidence and the findings of investigating agencies or courts.
Public Reaction and the Questions Raised
The resurfaced clip has prompted discussion around several issues:
Professional conduct: Should police officers exercise particular care when speaking about people accused or convicted of serious crimes?
Public confidence: How can law enforcement maintain trust among citizens while investigating powerful criminal networks?
Equal treatment: Are protesters, activists and people accused of crimes treated consistently and fairly?
Context and accountability: Should a brief verbal mistake be interpreted as evidence of misconduct without considering the officer's explanation and the circumstances?
The debate highlights the importance of transparency and consistent standards in policing. At the same time, viral clips should be assessed in their full context rather than used alone to establish wrongdoing.
The resurfaced “Lawrence Bishnoi Sahab” video has renewed scrutiny of Delhi Police's public communication and reignited a broader debate about police conduct and accountability. DCP Abhishek Dhania reportedly explained the original remark as an accidental slip of the tongue, while Abhijeet Dipke has used the clip to question the treatment of gangsters compared with students and activists.
The controversy demonstrates how an old video can regain prominence when a separate criminal incident brings the same individual or network back into the headlines. The key distinction remains between public criticism, the officer's reported explanation and any independently established evidence of misconduct.
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