CCTV Footage Reveals Brazen Murder of Bihar Businessman Gopal Khemka in Patna

Patna was shaken by a daring daylight murder as CCTV cameras captured the brutal killing of prominent businessman Gopal Khemka in the upscale Boring Road area. The chilling footage, which has since gone viral, shows two assailants firing at point-blank range before fleeing the scene. This high-profile assassination has raised serious questions about law and order in Bihar, with opposition leaders slamming the Nitish Kumar government over rising crime against businessmen.

This in-depth report examines:
✔ How the murder unfolded (based on CCTV evidence)
✔ Gopal Khemka’s business profile and possible motives
✔ Political fallout and police response
✔ Similar attacks on Bihar’s business community

Graphic CCTV Footage: How the Murder Unfolded

The Attack (Timeline Based on CCTV)

3:42 PM: Khemka’s SUV stops near his electronics showroom
3:43 PM: Two bike-borne assailants approach casually
3:44 PM: One shooter opens the car door while the other stands guard
3:45 PM: 5 shots fired at close range (visible muzzle flashes)
3:46 PM: Assailants flee toward Fraser Road

Victim’s Last Moments

Khemka was returning from a business meeting
His driver and personal assistant were present but unharmed
Police recovered four 7.65mm pistol shells from the crime scene

Who Was Gopal Khemka?

Business Empire

Owned KG Electronics (one of Bihar’s largest appliance chains)
Recently ventured into real estate development
Estimated net worth: ₹120+ crore

Controversies

2019 Land Dispute: Alleged threats from a rival builder
2022 Extortion Case: Named in a complaint by local traders
Ongoing Court Cases: 3 property-related litigations

Possible Motives Behind the Killing

1. Business Rivalry Angle

Khemka was expanding aggressively into prime Patna real estate
Had recently won a disputed commercial property bid

2. Extortion Theory

Bihar businessmen have faced increasing “rangdari” (protection money) demands
Khemka reportedly refused to pay a local gang

3. Personal Vendetta

Family sources reveal threats received 6 months ago
Police investigating his son’s recent altercation at a Patna club

Police Response & Investigation Updates

Immediate Actions

FIR registered under IPC 302 (murder)
Special Investigation Team (SIT) formed
3 suspects detained from Phulwari Sharif area

Key Evidence

CCTV from 8 cameras tracing escape route
Mobile tower dump near crime scene
Forensic analysis of the murder weapon

Challenges

No clear face shots of assailants (both wore helmets & masks)
Burner phones suspected to have been used

Political Storm Erupts

Opposition Attacks Nitish Govt

BJP’s Samrat Choudhary: “Jungle Raj 2.0 in Bihar”
Congress’ Kanhaiya Kumar: “Businessmen aren’t safe anymore”

Government Defense

DGP RS Bhatti: “We’ll solve this within 72 hours”
JD(U) spokesperson: “Isolated incident being politicized”

History of Business-Targeted Crimes in Bihar

Year	Victim	Case Status
2021	Ramesh Agrawal (Iron trader)	Unsolved
2019	Vikas Singh (Petrol pump owner)	Convictions
2017	Rajesh Gupta (Textile merchant)	Gang arrested

What This Reveals About Bihar’s Law & Order

1. Protection Gaps

Despite 10,000+ CCTV cameras in Patna, executions continue
Businessmen hiring private security surges 300% since 2020

2. Economic Impact

Traders’ association warns of “capital flight” from Bihar
New investments reportedly being diverted to Jharkhand/UP

3. Police Preparedness

Only 23% of murder cases solved within 90 days (NCRB 2023)
Witness protection remains weak

Conclusion: A Test for Bihar’s Leadership

The cold-blooded execution of Gopal Khemka isn’t just a crime story—it’s a litmus test for Bihar’s governance. With CCTV footage exposing the killers’ audacity but no swift arrests, public confidence is eroding.

Critical Questions

Will this case meet the same fate as Bihar’s 80% unsolved businessman murders?
Can the Nitish Kumar government reassure investors?
Does Bihar need a special security force for entrepreneurs?

As the SIT hunts for clues, the business community watches nervously—many already quietly updating their emergency relocation plans.

Last Updated: July 4, 2025

Sources: Patna Police Press Briefing, NCRB Data, Family Statements, CCTV Analysis

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