One LED light glitches at wedding venue, electrician shot dead in Gurgaon
Times of India
by NIKHIL SHARMAFebruary 14, 2026
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An LED light malfunction at a wedding venue in Gurgaon spiraled into a tragic shooting incident that left a young electrician dead. During the evening of Thursday night, a groom named Amandeep became enraged when he noticed an imperfection in the lighting setup managed by Barkat and his team. The argument escalated rapidly, leading to a fatal encounter. According to police reports, Amandeep fired at Barkat but missed. However, another shot, allegedly from one of Amandeep's associates named Harsh, struck Barkat in the waist, causing him to collapse on the spot. Despite efforts to save him, Barkat was pronounced dead at a nearby hospital.
The incident occurred during the wedding arrangements in Pataudi, Gurgaon, where Barkat and his team were responsible for setting up the LED lights. The complaint filed by Hashim Khan, Barkat's wife's uncle, reveals that the malfunction happened around 9:27 pm, triggering a heated exchange between Amandeep, Sahil, and their associates with Barkat and his colleagues Mustafa and Yusuf. Initially, the group was accused of abusing and assaulting the electricians before leaving the venue. They returned shortly after with firearms, leading to the fatal shooting.
Police investigations indicate that Harsh, who has been arrested, claimed he accidentally discharged a licensed weapon belonging to his uncle during the event. The FIR names Amandeep and Sahil as primary suspects in the case, which is registered under several serious charges, including murder (Section 103), criminal intimidation (Section 351), and offenses related to arms.
Barkat, a 23-year-old father of three from Mathura, regularly traveled to Gurgaon during the wedding season. His family expressed shock and demanded justice, highlighting the senseless violence that took his life over a minor technical issue. The incident raises questions about safety protocols at weddings and underscores the potential dangers of unchecked aggression in such settings.
This tragic event not only reflects the volatility that can arise from seemingly trivial issues but also sheds light on the broader implications of irresponsible behavior during celebrations. As investigations continue
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Originally published on Times of India on 2/14/2026