28-Year-Old Lift Technician Stabbed to Death After Garba in Ahmedabad, Two Accused on the Run
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A 28-year-old lift technician was stabbed to death in broad daylight near Gulabnagar in Ahmedabad’s Amraiwadi area late last night while returning home from a Garba venue with his brother.
The victim, identified as Vikesh Gurjar, a resident of Trikamlal Bhogilal ni Chali, worked as a lift repair and fitting mechanic to support his family. According to police complaints filed by the victim's brother, Abhishek Gurjar, the attack stemmed from a two-month-old dispute between Vikesh and one of the accused, Madan Rajput.
Ambushed Outside Garba Venue Over Old Feud
The incident unfolded in the early hours when Vikesh, Abhishek, and their friends were walking home after attending Navratri celebrations in Gulabnagar. Two men lying in wait intercepted Vikesh near Gulabnagar to confront him over a minor altercation that had occurred between Vikesh and Madan Rajput roughly two months ago.
As the argument escalated, Madan Rajput incited his accomplice, Rohit alias 'Gando', to attack. Rohit drew a sharp knife and repeatedly stabbed Vikesh in the stomach and back before fleeing the scene alongside Madan. The public assault triggered widespread panic in the locality.
Witnesses and family members rushed the heavily bleeding victim to LG Hospital for emergency treatment, where he succumbed to his injuries during early morning care.
Exiled Criminal Defies Ban to Commit Murder
Amraiwadi police have registered a murder case against Rohit alias Gando and Madan Rajput based on Abhishek's formal complaint and launched targeted searches to arrest the absconding duo.
Police records reveal that primary attacker Rohit has a extensive criminal background, including multiple cases under prohibition and other serious offences. Authorities had previously issued an external exile (tadapir) order against him. Despite the ban, Rohit continued to roam the city freely, leading to a fresh charge filed against him on 7 October 2026 for violating the exile order.
Investigators confirmed that the victim, Vikesh Gurjar, also faced prior criminal charges in the past. Specialized police teams have been formed to trace the missing suspects.
