Delhi Holi death: A 26-year-old man, Tarun was lynched in a clash that was allegedly triggered by a dispute between two families from different communities over a water balloon, in Uttam Nagar's JJ Colony area on Holi, Wednesday, according to police. Tarun’s father, Memraj, reportedly said the altercation began after a balloon filled with coloured water accidentally fell on a woman from another community. What happened in Uttam Nagar on Holi? Delhi Police said the dispute escalated during Holi celebrations in the locality, following which Tarun was injured. Tarun's father told PTI: "It was around 11 pm on Holi, and we were getting ready to sleep when they came to attack us.

Source: Mint March 07, 2026 10:55 UTC