FEROZEPUR (Wednesday, March 4, 2026) — A minor scuffle between children during Holi celebrations escalated into a deadly gunfight in Ferozepur on Wednesday evening, leaving two men dead. The incident occurred in Karma village, under the jurisdiction of the Lakho Ke Behram (Mamdot) police station.
The Fatal Escalation
What began as a trivial argument between children over pigeon flying (Kabutarbazi) quickly spiraled into a violent confrontation between adults from two different families.
- The Attempted Compromise: After the children’s initial fight, members of both groups convened to reach a compromise. However, the meeting turned into a heated argument, with both sides allegedly resorting to firearms.
- The Casualties: * Khilara alias Munna (45), a resident of Karma village, was shot during the initial exchange and later succumbed to his injuries at the Civil Hospital in Ferozepur.
- Judge Singh, a resident of the nearby Tibbi Kalan village, was allegedly killed in retaliation by members of the rival group during the same confrontation.
Police Response and Investigation
Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) Bhupinder Singh and other high-ranking officers reached the spot shortly after the incident to prevent further escalation between the two villages.
- Statements Recorded: Deputy Superintendent of Police (DSP) Sukhwinder Singh confirmed that statements from both sides have been recorded and a case has been registered.
- Security Measures: Heavy police deployment remains in Karma and Tibbi Kalan villages to maintain law and order and prevent any revenge attacks.
Sources
- Press Trust of India (PTI): “Two killed in violent clash between two groups in Punjab’s Ferozepur” (March 4, 2026)
- Rediff News: “Two Die in Ferozepur Clash Following Children’s Argument” (March 4, 2026)
- Punjabi Tribune: “Firing in Village Karma over pigeon flying results in two deaths” (March 4, 2026)
- Sher-E-Punjab Radio: “Two killed in Punjab over dispute for flying pigeons” (March 5, 2026)
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