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Crime
Father‑in‑law and son‑in‑law exchange blows in Tikamgarh district court
✍️ Amar Ujala · Madhya Pradesh
🗓 03 Sep 2026, 04:02 PM
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During a family case hearing at Tikamgarh district court, a father‑in‑law and his son‑in‑law got into a physical fight, striking each other with kicks and punches. The incident was captured on video but no police action has been taken due to lack of a formal complaint.
Tikamgarh district court in Madhya Pradesh saw an unusual scene on Tuesday when a father‑in‑law and his son‑in‑law began physically assaulting each other during a hearing of a family dispute. Both men were seen delivering kicks and punches, turning a legal proceeding into a violent confrontation.
The altercation was recorded by onlookers and the video quickly spread on social media platforms, drawing public attention to the breach of decorum inside a courtroom. Court officials attempted to restore order, but the two parties continued to clash before being separated by security personnel.
According to reports, the dispute stemmed from a disagreement involving the couple's daughter, which escalated into the physical fight. Although the incident was widely shared online, the police have not opened a case because no formal complaint has been lodged by either party.
Legal experts note that such behavior violates court rules and can attract charges under sections dealing with violence and obstruction of justice, but procedural steps require a complaint to proceed. The incident highlights growing concerns about maintaining discipline in judicial settings.
Authorities have urged witnesses to come forward with statements if they wish the matter to be investigated further, emphasizing that courtroom safety must be upheld irrespective of personal grievances.
The altercation was recorded by onlookers and the video quickly spread on social media platforms, drawing public attention to the breach of decorum inside a courtroom. Court officials attempted to restore order, but the two parties continued to clash before being separated by security personnel.
According to reports, the dispute stemmed from a disagreement involving the couple's daughter, which escalated into the physical fight. Although the incident was widely shared online, the police have not opened a case because no formal complaint has been lodged by either party.
Legal experts note that such behavior violates court rules and can attract charges under sections dealing with violence and obstruction of justice, but procedural steps require a complaint to proceed. The incident highlights growing concerns about maintaining discipline in judicial settings.
Authorities have urged witnesses to come forward with statements if they wish the matter to be investigated further, emphasizing that courtroom safety must be upheld irrespective of personal grievances.