Kali Pandey: The Bihar Politician Who Inspired a Film and Was Admired by Shahabuddin

Kali Prasad Pandey, a Member of Parliament from Bihar, forged an image that resonated with the public, earning him the moniker ‘Robin Hood’. His life story, which began in Ramjita village, Gopalganj, was so compelling that it inspired the film ‘Pratighat’ in 1987. The strongman Shahabuddin considered him a mentor. Kali Pandey, born on October 28, 1946, in the Kuchaykot block, Gopalganj, died on the night of August 22 at Ram Manohar Lohia Hospital in New Delhi. His passing has sparked numerous recollections of his impactful life. It was widely believed that Kali Pandey provided aid to anyone who sought his help, regardless of their background or location.