Gujarat: Two MP workers, including a minor, burnt alive in vehicle set ablaze over ₹60,000 dispute
Synopsis
A ₹60,000 instalment dispute turned fatal in Gujarat's Amreli district when two brothers allegedly poured inflammable liquid on a parked vehicle and set it ablaze — with two migrant workers from Madhya Pradesh, including a 16-year-old, sleeping inside. The accused had reportedly lost possession of the vehicle over unpaid dues and allegedly chose arson over legal recourse.
Key Takeaways
Ravi Baghel (16) and Nitin Pachaya (21) , both from Madhya Pradesh , were burnt alive inside a parked vehicle in Amreli district, Gujarat around midnight on 3 November 2026 .
The vehicle was allegedly set on fire by Vinod Dodiyar and his brother Raju over an unpaid instalment of ₹60,000 .
The complainant, Kamlesh Baghel , had repossessed the vehicle from the accused approximately 10 days before the attack.
Both accused have been arrested; a case has been registered under BNS Section 103(1) (murder).
A Forensic Science Laboratory team is assisting with the investigation; police are probing whether others were involved.
Two workers from Madhya Pradesh, including a 16-year-old boy, were burnt alive on the outskirts of Gundaran village in Liliya taluka, Amreli district, Gujarat, after the passenger vehicle in which they were sleeping was allegedly set on fire over an outstanding payment dispute of ₹60,000, police said on Tuesday, 3 November 2026. The attack reportedly took place around midnight, and two brothers accused of committing the crime have since been arrested.
The Victims
The deceased have been identified as Ravi Baghel (16) and Nitin Pachaya (21), the son and nephew, respectively, of complainant Kamlesh Baghel. Both were sleeping inside a Tufan multi-utility passenger vehicle parked in a field when the alleged attack occurred. They were trapped inside and died in the blaze.
What Led to the Attack
According to police officials, the dispute originated from the purchase of the vehicle by accused Vinod Dodiyar from the complainant on an instalment basis. Vinod had allegedly defaulted on payments, leaving an outstanding balance of ₹60,000. Acting on the original seller's instructions, Kamlesh Baghel repossessed the vehicle approximately 10 days before the incident.
Officials said this repossession reportedly angered the accused. 'The complainant had taken possession of the MUV from the accused 10 days ago. Harbouring a grudge about this, Vinod Dodiyar conspired with his brother to set the vehicle on fire. The complainant's son and nephew, who were sleeping inside the vehicle at the time, were charred to death,' officials stated.
How the Crime Was Carried Out
The accused, identified as Vinod Dodiyar and his brother Raju, allegedly poured an inflammable substance on the parked vehicle and set it alight around midnight. The two victims, asleep inside at the time, had no means of escape and were killed in the fire.
Investigation and Legal Action
Liliya police, senior officers, and a Forensic Science Laboratory (FSL) team reached the site shortly after and launched an investigation. Both accused were subsequently arrested. A case has been registered under relevant provisions of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), including Section 103(1), pertaining to murder. Police said further investigation is ongoing to establish the full sequence of events and determine whether any additional individuals were involved.
This incident underscores the deadly consequences that financial disputes over vehicle loans and informal instalment agreements can escalate to, particularly in rural areas where formal legal remedies are rarely the first recourse.
Point of View
Repossession becomes a personal affront rather than a legal process. The accused had a civil remedy available; instead, two young men from Madhya Pradesh — one still a minor — paid with their lives. That a ₹60,000 dispute could escalate to a double murder charge should prompt questions about both the reach of grievance redressal mechanisms in rural Gujarat and the vulnerability of migrant workers who sleep in the vehicles they travel in, with no shelter and no protection.
NationPress
3 Nov 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
What happened in the Amreli vehicle fire incident in Gujarat?
Two workers from Madhya Pradesh — Ravi Baghel (16) and Nitin Pachaya (21) — were burnt alive when the passenger vehicle they were sleeping in was allegedly set on fire by two brothers, Vinod Dodiyar and Raju , in Gundaran village, Liliya taluka, Amreli district on 3 November 2026 . The attack was allegedly carried out over a dispute regarding an unpaid vehicle instalment of ₹60,000.
Who are the accused in the Amreli burnt alive case?
The accused are Vinod Dodiyar and his brother Raju , both of whom have been arrested by Liliya police . Vinod had allegedly purchased the vehicle from the complainant on instalments, defaulted on payments, and reportedly set the vehicle ablaze after it was repossessed.
What charges have been filed in connection with the Amreli fire deaths?
A case has been registered under the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) , including Section 103(1) , which pertains to murder. Both accused are currently in custody and further investigation is ongoing.
What was the motive behind setting the vehicle on fire?
According to police officials, the motive was retaliation. The complainant had repossessed the vehicle after Vinod allegedly failed to clear an outstanding instalment of ₹60,000 . The accused reportedly harboured a grudge and conspired to set the vehicle ablaze, unaware — or indifferent to the fact — that two people were sleeping inside.
Who were the victims and what was their connection to the complainant?
The victims, Ravi Baghel (16) and Nitin Pachaya (21) , were the son and nephew, respectively, of complainant Kamlesh Baghel . They were migrant workers from Madhya Pradesh who were sleeping inside the repossessed vehicle at the time of the attack.
