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Tractor dealer Yash Mittal stabbed to death over horn dispute in Madhav Nagar, MP
✍️ Amar Ujala · Madhya Pradesh
🗓 28 Aug 2026, 05:52 PM
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A 27-year-old tractor agency owner, Yash Mittal, was fatally stabbed by a group of goons after a minor horn argument on the Damdama turn near Madhav Nagar police area, with two of his friends sustaining injuries.
Late at night on the Damdama Mod in the Madhav Nagar police jurisdiction of Madhya Pradesh, a dispute over a vehicle horn escalated into a violent attack. According to local reports, a group of eight to nine individuals confronted 27-year-old tractor agency owner Yash Mittal, demanding that he move his vehicle.
When the argument intensified, the assailants resorted to stabbing, repeatedly striking Mittal with knives. The assault resulted in his death at the scene. Two of Mittal's companions, who were present during the incident, were also injured but survived.
Police officials have launched an investigation to identify and apprehend the perpetrators. The incident has raised concerns about the safety of small business owners in the region and the prevalence of mob violence over trivial disputes.
Authorities have urged witnesses to come forward and have promised strict action against those responsible for the murder.
The case remains under active investigation, with local law enforcement working to secure arrests and bring the accused to justice.
When the argument intensified, the assailants resorted to stabbing, repeatedly striking Mittal with knives. The assault resulted in his death at the scene. Two of Mittal's companions, who were present during the incident, were also injured but survived.
Police officials have launched an investigation to identify and apprehend the perpetrators. The incident has raised concerns about the safety of small business owners in the region and the prevalence of mob violence over trivial disputes.
Authorities have urged witnesses to come forward and have promised strict action against those responsible for the murder.
The case remains under active investigation, with local law enforcement working to secure arrests and bring the accused to justice.