A Delhi court today framed charges against sitting Uttar Pradesh MLA Mukhtar Ansari for allegedly running an organised crime syndicate for undue pecuniary benefits. The court also framed charges against his three associates – Prem Prakash alias Munna Bajrangi, Iftekhar Ahmed and Meraz Ahmed – in the case. An independent legislator form Mau, Ansari was charged under section 3(4) of Maharashtra Control of Organised Crime Act (MCOCA). The section carries a punishment of minimum five-year imprisonment which may also extend to life and a minimum fine of 5 lakh rupees.While framing charges against Ansari, Additional Sessions Judge Savita Rao said Ansari was found to be the member of an organised crime syndicate of Prem Prakash alias Munna Bajrangi.