Gangster Chandan Mishra Shot Dead in Patna Hospital ICU
In a chilling display of organized crime, the notorious undertrial Chandan Mishra was killed in the intensive care unit of Paras HMRI Hospital in Patna on July 17, 2025. Mishra, tied to over 20 criminal cases, was receiving medical treatment under parole when a team of fearless attackers stormed the hospital, shot him several times, and disappeared into the city without a trace. The attack has left Patna residents, hospital workers, and the police deeply rattled—even in a state long used to sensational crime stories.
The police say this murder wasn’t a random act. Their investigations point to Tauseef Badshah, also known as Badshah, who plotted the hit with help from accomplices Mannu, Surajbhan, and Bhindi—real name Balwant Singh. They weren’t subtle about it either. Reports suggest these men walked straight into the facility in broad daylight without bothering with masks or disguises, catching everyone by surprise. Security cameras failed to catch clear footage, and the hospital’s own security struggled to respond before it was too late.
Inside a Web of Gang Rivalries and Revenge
Why strike now? According to investigators, Badshah’s group was motivated by a very specific worry: Chandan Mishra was supposed to be transferred, or possibly released, which would make him far more difficult to track—maybe even untouchable. The killers wanted to ensure they didn’t lose their opportunity for revenge.
The animosity behind this shooting runs deep. Mishra had a turbulent relationship with Sheru, another well-known gangster from the region. Both men had been locked up in the same jail in Bhagalpur, where rumors of betrayal and power plays sparked a longstanding feud. Police sources believe Badshah, who is close to Sheru, acted either as a favor or under pressure from that old rivalry. This wasn’t just a hit; it was the violent continuation of gangland drama that’s been playing out in Bihar’s underbelly for years.
Here’s how the murder unfolded, according to police:
- Tauseef Badshah gathered his crew, including Mannu, Surajbhan, and Bhindi, to plan the attack.
- The attackers made their way into the ICU, fired multiple rounds at close range at Mishra, and calmly exited before security could respond, opting for confidence over secrecy.
- They vanished from the scene, apparently having scoped out their escape route and exploiting loopholes in hospital security.
This episode comes on the heels of other headline-grabbing murders in the city, including the high-profile killing of businessman Gopal Khemka. The sense in Patna is that anyone can be a target, anywhere—even behind hospital walls under police watch. Local residents have voiced fear not just about gang warfare, but about the apparent ease with which murderers breach security in public places.
With crime spiraling, Bihar’s police and Special Task Force (STF) have launched sweeping raids in both Patna and neighboring Vaishali district to find the remaining suspects. The search continues, but so do the anxieties—especially after news surfaced that the STF has created a new 'contract killers' unit to crack down on these networks. The goal is to map out organized crime cells, track contract killers, and quickly arrest the ones orchestrating violence from the shadows.
Meanwhile, the brazen daylight shooting of Chandan Mishra throws a spotlight on just how audacious Bihar’s gangsters have become. Even as police tighten the noose, the underworld finds new ways to send violent messages—and remind everyone that in the game of crime and revenge, the stakes are always rising.
