| Jugnu Walia is a well-known Indian gangster affiliated with the Samajwadi Party and linked to politician Mukhtar Ansari's organization. |
| In May 2023, the Punjab Police's Anti-Gangster Task Force apprehended Jugnu, wanted in 23 cases in Uttar Pradesh for extortion and murder. |
| Born in a Sikh family in Uttar Pradesh, Jugnu grew up in Lucknow and joined the Samajwadi Party after his education. |
| His criminal activities expanded when he partnered with Mukhtar Ansari, engaging in extortion, target killings, and real estate with him. |
| In 2005, Jugnu was implicated in the killing of businessman Swaroop Singh, and in 2011 for the attempted murder of Devendra Singh Arora. |
| He also faced charges from a Lucknow tea businessman before being accused of murder in 2019, resulting in a temporary release by the Allahabad High Court. |
| During bail, Jugnu allegedly murdered a Lucknow restaurant owner in 2021 over extortion money, and subsequent warrants led to his declaration as an absconder in 2022. |
| Captured in Mohali in May 2023, Jugnu was found with arms, ammunition, a car, walkie-talkies, and foreign currency, leading to charges under the Arms Act and IPC. |
| Jugnu's capture prompted the UP Police's Special Task Force to visit Punjab for interrogation and request investigation reports from the Punjab Police. |
| Additionally, Jugnu is known to consume alcohol occasionally. |
