A brutal killing over a family dispute triggers large-scale violence, arson, and heavy police deployment in Rajasthan’s Banswara.
April 27, 2026: A shocking incident in Banswara turned violent after a 36-year-old man, Govind Chhagan, was hacked to death by a group of seven to eight people in Tamatia village. The victim, belonging to the Mahida tribal community, was allegedly attacked with an axe by members of the Katara community while returning from a court hearing related to an ongoing dispute between the families. The rivalry reportedly began after a disagreement over his sister’s relationship and marriage.
Police said Chhagan was repeatedly attacked until he died, after which the accused fled the scene and remain absconding. Soon after the murder, tensions escalated as members of the Mahida community gathered in large numbers and retaliated. The situation quickly spiraled into violence, with groups clashing, pelting stones, and setting at least 23 houses and several two-wheelers on fire.
Heavy police force was deployed to bring the situation under control, with additional teams called in from nearby stations. Fire tenders were rushed to douse the flames, and residents were evacuated to safety. While no serious injuries were reported, some policemen and locals sustained minor injuries. Authorities have formed a special team to track down the suspects, and security remains tight in the village as tensions continue to simmer.