Tribal Man Lynched Over Black Magic Allegations in Madhya Pradesh

A 60-year-old tribal man named Kamta Adivasi was allegedly lynched by a mob in Jhamatuli village, Madhya Pradesh, on suspicion of practicing black magic. Two individuals have been detained by the police. An investigation is ongoing to determine the true cause of the incident.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Chhatapur | Updated: 08-10-2025 13:42 IST | Created: 08-10-2025 13:42 IST
Tribal Man Lynched Over Black Magic Allegations in Madhya Pradesh
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A 60-year-old tribal man was tragically lynched by a mob over allegations of practicing black magic in Madhya Pradesh's Chhatarpur district, officials reported on Wednesday.

The incident took place in Jhamatuli village, beginning police investigations that have so far detained two people linked to the mob attack.

The victim, identified as Kamta Adivasi, was known for performing exorcisms. Authorities are probing the roots of this accusation and working to uncover the circumstances surrounding his death.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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