A special NIA court has denied bail to Mushifique Ahmad, a 47-year-old Maulvi, in connection with the murder of pharmacist Umesh Kolhe. The court cited his alleged role in provoking other accused to commit the offence. According to the court, Ahmad played a significant role in instigating and provoking co-accused to hatch a conspiracy to murder Umesh Kolhe.

The court observed that Ahmad, as a Maulana, held a high religious post and used this position to instigate the co-accused. Further details of the case are available from the source. The special judge noted that Ahmad's actions were crucial in monitoring and executing the murder, as well as providing logistical support to the assailants.