Man Tries to Defuse Fight, Stabbed to Death A man who intervened to stop a street fight during Ambedkar Jayanti celebrations in Chandrapur was stabbed to death late Monday night. The incident occurred near Gandhi Chowk, where a group of youths had engaged in a heated altercation. Ravikant Tembhurkar, 40, also known as Rikki, and his 21-year-old companion, Aniket Galbale, attempted to de-escalate the situation. Tembhurkar was fatally injured during the confrontation and died en route to the hospital, while Galbale sustained wounds and was admitted to a medical facility. The violence erupted during a procession organized by the Bhimratna Bahuuddeshiya Yuva Sanstha, one of several rallies held across the city to commemorate the occasion. As participants gathered at Gandhi Chowk, the group began dancing to DJ music, but tensions quickly escalated among the youths. The altercation turned violent, culminating in a knife attack on Tembhurkar and Galbale. Authorities swiftly responded to the scene. Deputy Superintendent of Police Pramod Chougule, who was present, immediately detained one suspect, Rehan Pathan, who was allegedly the first to use the knife. Within two hours, four additional suspects—Badal Bhaisare, Chetan Sonawane, Sheikh Zeeshan, and a juvenile—were arrested by local crime branch and city police teams. Investigators believe Bhaisare brought the weapon to the rally, which Pathan used in the attack. All five accused are residents of Chandrapur. A case has been registered at the city police station, and ongoing investigations are expected to uncover further details. The incident has sparked discussions about public safety during large gatherings and the need for stricter measures to prevent such violence.#chandrapur #ravikant_tembhurkar #aniket_galbale #pramod_chougule #bhimratna_bahuuddeshiya_yuva_sanstha
