Family Ties Severed in Alleged Witchcraft Killing in Chhattisgarh

In Chhattisgarh's Janjgir-Champa district, Ajit Pal allegedly killed his 65-year-old uncle, Ramprasad Pal, accusing him of practicing witchcraft that affected his business. The incident occurred in Kota Dabri, when Ramprasad was attacked en route to a temple. Ajit reportedly blamed supernatural causes for his misfortunes.

Devdiscourse News Desk | Janjgir-Champa | Updated: 22-09-2025 18:03 IST | Created: 22-09-2025 18:03 IST

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Tragedy struck Chhattisgarh's Janjgir-Champa district as a man allegedly murdered his uncle over allegations of witchcraft, a police official revealed on Monday.

The chilling event unfolded on Sunday evening in the Kota Dabri locality, where Ajit Pal reportedly attacked his uncle, Ramprasad Pal, with a sickle, fatally injuring him while he was heading to a temple.

After being rushed to a hospital, Ramprasad was declared dead. The accused, now in police custody, claims the alleged witchcraft by his uncle caused financial losses to his eatery business. The investigation continues.

(With inputs from agencies.)