Deadly Dispute: Party Turns Fatal Over Chicken Payment in Delhi

An 18-year-old has been arrested in connection with a murder at a party in Delhi's Govindpuri. The dispute began over a payment for chicken and escalated into violence, resulting in the death of Himanshu Kumar Chauhan. Three others, including a minor, are also being investigated.


Devdiscourse News Desk | New Delhi | Updated: 03-02-2026 22:25 IST | Created: 03-02-2026 22:25 IST
Deadly Dispute: Party Turns Fatal Over Chicken Payment in Delhi
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An 18-year-old was arrested while police detained three others, including a minor, linked to a murder stemming from a monetary dispute during a party in southeast Delhi's Govindpuri.

Authorities stated the conflict arose over who would pay for chicken, leading to a fatal brawl where the victim was repeatedly hit on the head.

The deceased, Himanshu Kumar Chauhan, previously worked in housekeeping and had been unemployed for three months. Police are exploring the roles of the others involved in the incident.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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