The attack reportedly occurred on Sunday evening in Belsand village. Tiwari was rushed to hospital before being referred to PMCH in Patna due to the seriousness of his injuries.
BY PC Bureau
June 22, 2026: In a shocking incident that has drawn widespread attention, Vijendra Nath Tiwari, the elder brother of acclaimed Bollywood actor Pankaj Tripathi, was critically injured after being attacked outside his residence in Belsand village under the Barauli police station limits of Bihar’s Gopalganj district.
According to police officials, the attack took place on the evening of June 21, 2026. Tiwari was reportedly sitting outside his house when a group of assailants approached him and launched a sudden assault. During the attack, he sustained serious injuries and collapsed on the spot, bleeding heavily.
Family members and local residents rushed to help him as the attackers fled the scene. He was immediately taken to Gopalganj Sadar Hospital, where doctors provided emergency medical treatment. However, due to the severity of his injuries, medical authorities referred him to Patna Medical College Hospital (PMCH) for advanced care. Hospital sources have described his condition as serious, and he remains under close medical supervision.
Preliminary investigations suggest that the attack may have been linked to a long-standing land dispute. Police have registered a case and begun an intensive investigation into the circumstances surrounding the assault. Authorities have confirmed that one suspect has already been arrested, while efforts are ongoing to identify and apprehend any additional individuals involved.
Actor Pankaj Tripathi’s elder brother Bijendra Nath Tiwari was attack and critically injured in a land dispute in Gopalganj Bihar. He has been rushed to AIIMS, Patna. pic.twitter.com/GyrBxDR4qx
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Investigators are examining witness statements, local property records, and possible prior disputes that may have contributed to the incident. Security in the area has also been heightened to prevent any further escalation of tensions.
While some reports have indicated that an axe was used during the attack, others have mentioned sticks and clubs as the weapons involved. Police officials are working to verify the exact sequence of events and the nature of the weapons used.
The incident has sparked concern among residents and admirers of the actor, with many expressing hopes for Tiwari’s speedy recovery. Authorities have assured the public that all angles of the case are being thoroughly investigated and that those responsible will be brought to justice.
