Latest News about Aqil Akhtar
Haryana Police registered an FIR against former DGP Mohammad Mustafa, his wife Razia Sultana, their daughter, and Aqil's wife Jainab Akhtar for murder and criminal conspiracy following a complaint based on old videos where Aqil alleged family harassment. A Special Investigation Team was formed to probe syringe marks, medical history, and the circumstances, though the family maintains it was an overdose with no foul play. The case has drawn political attention due to the family's prominence.
Aqil Akhtar, a 33-35-year-old advocate and son of former Punjab DGP Mohammad Mustafa and ex-minister Razia Sultana, was found dead at his residence in Panchkula, Haryana. His family attributed the death to a drug overdose amid his long history of substance abuse and mental health issues. He is survived by his wife Jainab Akhtar, a young son and daughter.
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Physical Stats & More
| Eye Color | Black |
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| Hair Color | Black |
Educational Qualification(s)
| School | Welham Boys’ School, Dehradun |
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| Degree | Law Graduate |
Relationships & More
| Marital Status | Married |
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Family
| Father | Mohammad Mustafa (Former Director General of Police (DGP), Punjab) |
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| Mother | Razia Sultana (Former Punjab Cabinet Minister) |
| Spouse | Jainab Akhtar |
| Children | 1 Son, 1 Daughter |
Career
| Details | Aqil Akhtar was known for his practice in the Punjab and Haryana High Court. He had a troubled life characterized by struggles with addiction, which began in his teenage years. His situation resulted in significant family distress, including separate living arrangements for his wife and children due to his substance abuse. |
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Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. Aqil's addiction issues began in class 10, leading to expulsions from multiple schools. | |
| 2. He had a volatile family environment and was known to demand money for drugs from his family. | |
| 3. At one point, due to ongoing issues, his family rented a residence for his wife and children. | |
| 4. He was involved in incidents of setting fire to his own house during addiction episodes. | |
| 5. A video surfaced before his death in which he accused his father of an illicit relationship with his wife, later retracted due to mental health issues. |