Ashok Samrat

Ashok Sharma (c. 1965-1995) was an Indian gangster. He was born around 1965 in Teghra, Begusarai district, Bihar, India, into a family of farmers. He was reportedly bright in academics, completing postgraduate studies in Sanskrit and another subject, a qualification that earned him selection to the Sub-Inspector cadre of the Bihar Police Service before he abandoned the post under dramatic circumstances to save a friend's life.
Criminal career
Rise to power
After leaving the police service in the late 1980s, Ashok Samrat quickly built a loyal cadre of armed men. By the early 1990s, he controlled extortion rackets at Barauni refinery, railway contracts, and local land deals, effectively running a parallel administration across Begusarai and neighboring districts.
Political influence and muscle power
Leveraging his reputation for violence, Ashok Samrat forged ties with local politicians, offering booth-capturing and voter-intimidation services during elections. Senior police officers later recalled his ability to dictate contractors, municipal officials, and even district administrators, effectively acting as the de facto ruler of Begusarai.

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