Oil Kumar

Oil Kumar (1951-1990) aka "Boot House Kumar" Ganglord[1] and Organized crime boss, headed the Bangalore underworld in the 1980s along with other notable figures such as M. P. Jayaraj and Kotwal Ramachandra. Activities include racketeering, substantial control of city's oil supply,[2] labour unions, money laundering, monopolistic contract bidding and large scale manipulation of state bureaucracy and politics.[3]

Professional Life

He was known to be a brilliant strategist who did not condone violence and even made sure that no bloodshed took place during his reign. His charm, convincing ability and tactical skill saw him rise through the ranks and he became the Don of Bangalore between 1988 and 1991.[4] He was a visionary who saw great potential in the city and wanted to establish himself as a businessman and saw his life as only a means to that end. Though most of his activities, his inner circle and intentions were shrouded in secrecy,[5] he is alleged to created a nascent network stretching from Sri Lanka to middle east and Russia

His expenditure was said to be close to 1 crore a month and revenue generation capacity of 3 crore per month in 1989.

During his last days he was said to be making inroads into real estate field and made large-scale investments on land around Bangalore city.

References

  1. ↑ The Hindu 19/11/1990
  2. ↑ http://m.timesofindia.com/city/bengaluru/Rai-brought-gun-culture-to-Bangalore/articleshow/11505956.cms
  3. ↑ Deccan Herald. 19 November 1990. Times of India. Hindustan times. Frontline.
  4. ↑ http://bangalorebuzz.blogspot.in/2008/11/gangsters-get-real-makeover.html?m=1
  5. ↑ http://www.thisweekbangalore.com/issue112/news2-oil-kumar.html