'Galti se ho gaya': Son's flippant reply on why he shot father, chopped up body — watch
Times of India
by TOI NEWS DESKFebruary 25, 2026
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A shocking video has emerged showing a 21-year-old man from Lucknow, India, calmly claiming that he accidentally shot his father after a heated argument over exam pressure. Akshat, a BCom student, allegedly used a licensed rifle to kill his father during an argument about the National Eligibility Cum Entrance Test (NEET), which is crucial for medical careers. The accused responded with just four words: "Galti se ho gaya" or "It happened by mistake," when questioned by media at Aashiana police station.
The incident occurred after Akshat failed to perform well in the NEET exam, leading to a heated argument with his father. According to reports, Akshat then shot his father dead and dismembered his body. The chilling details revealed that he dragged the body from the third floor to the ground floor, where he chopped it into parts. Some body parts were transported in his car and dumped in Sadrauna, while the torso was hidden inside a plastic drum at home. The head remains missing.
The case gained attention after Akshat filed a missing person complaint for his father on February 20, an attempt to deflect suspicion. Police later raided the house and recovered the drum containing the mutilated remains. Forensic teams are analyzing bloodstains in the house and car, while search operations continue to locate other body parts. Authorities confirmed that sustained interrogation led to a breakthrough in the case.
This disturbing incident highlights the tragic consequences of exam pressure and family conflicts. The accused's callous response and efforts to conceal evidence add depth to the horror. As investigations proceed, questions about mental health, societal pressures, and crime dynamics in India are likely to surface. This case is not just a local tragedy but also serves as a broader reflection on the challenges faced by individuals under
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Originally published on Times of India on 2/25/2026