Police Crack Case in 24 Hours, Two Held Including a Minor

Tension gripped the Naliya Bakhal area under Mahakal police station limits after a young man was stabbed to death during a heated argument among friends late Wednesday night. The victim, identified as Mohit, son of Premnarayan Mansoria, was declared dead on arrival at Charak Hospital.

The incident occurred between 11 pm and midnight when a group of youths was chatting in the locality. According to preliminary investigation, a sudden dispute erupted after one youth slapped another, quickly escalating into a violent brawl. In the scuffle, Mohit was allegedly stabbed multiple times. Despite efforts by his friends to rush him to the hospital, doctors could not save him.

Local residents said the argument appeared minor at first but turned ugly within minutes. CCTV footage from the area, which has now surfaced, shows several youths engaged in a physical fight, though the actual stabbing moment remains partially obscured.

Police Swift Action

Mahakal police registered a case of murder based on the complaint filed by the victim’s father. Senior officers, including Superintendent of Police Pradeep Sharma and Additional Superintendent of Police Alok Sharma, along with Station House Officer Gagan Badal, formed a special team.

The team worked through the night, scanning CCTV footage from nearby locations and using technical surveillance. Within 24 hours, police claimed to have cracked the case. 

Two persons were arrested — Eklavya Sharma, a resident of Pushkar Bawdi in the same Naliya Bakhal area, and a minor. Both have been taken into custody, and further interrogation is underway.

“Initial probe suggests the murder stemmed from a sudden flare-up during a casual conversation. We are questioning the accused to establish the exact sequence and role of each individual,” a senior police officer said.

Area Tense After Killing

News of the killing spread rapidly in the neighbourhood, prompting angry family members and locals to gather at the Mahakal police station. They demanded immediate arrests and strict action. Police had to deploy additional forces to maintain calm as protests continued late into the night.

Mohit’s family is said to be in deep shock. Relatives described him as a regular young man from the area with no known criminal background. Many locals expressed concern over rising incidents of youth violence in residential pockets of Ujjain, especially after dark.

Background of the Locality

Naliya Bakhal is a densely populated residential area close to the iconic Mahakaleshwar Temple. While the temple zone remains heavily policed due to tourist footfall, inner residential lanes often see such spontaneous gatherings of youngsters in the evenings. Police have previously conducted drives against illegal weapons in such pockets, but challenges remain.

This latest incident has once again highlighted questions about youth safety and the easy availability of knives in such confrontations. Many residents called for better street lighting and increased night patrolling in the area.

Investigation Ongoing

Officers said the arrested accused are being questioned to determine if the stabbing was pre-planned or occurred in the heat of the moment. Forensic teams have collected evidence from the spot, and the minor has been produced before the Juvenile Justice Board as per protocol.

The body of the deceased was handed over to the family after post-mortem. The last rites are expected to be performed on Thursday or Friday, depending on family preparations.

Ujjain police have appealed to citizens to maintain peace and avoid spreading rumours. Senior officials assured that the investigation will be taken to its logical conclusion and no one will be spared.

This case marks yet another instance of swift police response in Ujjain, coming days after other law and order updates in the temple town. However, it has also triggered fresh discussions on how to prevent such avoidable tragedies among the youth.