Huma Qureshi’s Cousin Killed in Delhi Parking Dispute

On the night of August 7, 2025, a tragic incident occurred in Delhi’s Nizamuddin area where Asif Qureshi, cousin of Bollywood actress Huma Qureshi, was beaten to death following a dispute over parking. The conflict began when Asif asked two teenage neighbors, Gautam and Ujjwal, to move their scooter, which was parked in front of his house entrance, blocking access. This seemingly minor request quickly escalated into a violent confrontation.

According to CCTV footage, the situation deteriorated rapidly. Asif and the two men got into a verbal argument that turned physical. The video shows the accused assaulting Asif with an ice-pick or similarly sharp object after pushing him to the ground. His wife, Sainaz Qureshi, was seen on camera trying to intervene and protect him during the attack, but despite her efforts and the attempts of some neighbors to mediate, Asif sustained fatal injuries.

Asif Qureshi was rushed to the hospital in critical condition but was declared dead by the doctors. The police swiftly arrested the two accused brothers, Gautam (18 years old) and Ujjwal (19 years old), the latter reportedly known in the locality for erratic behavior, including substance abuse and past altercations. The Delhi Police clarified that the murder did not have a communal angle, emphasizing it was rooted in a neighborhood dispute over parking.

Asif, aged 42, was described by family as a hardworking man running a poultry business, living a modest life without known enemies. His father, Saleem Qureshi, shared how the violent turn of events was over a small, everyday issue — two men parking a scooter in front of the door and refusing to move it after being asked politely. Saleem recalled, “Asif had only asked the boy to move the scooter a little further so that the gate wouldn’t be blocked, but they turned it into a matter of ego and killed him”. The family’s grief is compounded by the fact that Asif’s wife desperately tried to prevent the attack but could not save him.

This incident sheds light on the dangerous consequences that can arise from everyday disputes, especially in crowded urban areas where parking space is limited. It highlights how minor disagreements, when entwined with personal tempers and unresolved neighborhood tensions, can tragically escalate into violence. The role of aggression, ego, and perhaps unresolved individual issues, such as the accused’s troubled backgrounds, serve as a reminder of the importance of conflict resolution and community harmony.

Authorities have registered a murder case and seized the weapon used. The police investigation continues as they work on ensuring justice for Asif and addressing the underlying social issues to prevent similar incidents in the future.

This solemn event called attention across social media and news platforms about how small conflicts should not spiral out of control and the critical need for peaceful coexistence among neighbors. It also stresses the emotional trauma families endure when loved ones are lost to violence that could have been averted with calm dialogue and restraint.

In summary, the murder of Asif Qureshi after trying to resolve a parking issue is a heartbreaking incident showing how quickly tension can end lives. His wife’s brave attempt to save him reflects the human tragedy behind the headlines. The case remains a strong prompt for communities and authorities to foster safer, more understanding neighborhoods where disputes do not end in such irreversible tragedy.

With inputs from agencies

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