A 12‑year‑old boy, Kevalji Thakor, vanished during a heated land dispute in a Gujarat village. He was allegedly kidnapped by villager Savanji Thakor, thrown into a well, and recovered the next day, while locals cite witchcraft accusations.

  • 12‑year‑old Kevalji Thakor abducted amid a land conflict
  • Savanji Thakor allegedly dumped the child’s body in a nearby well
  • Villagers are invoking witchcraft claims, complicating the investigation

Incident Overview

On Sunday, Kevalji Thakor, a twelve‑year‑old boy from a rural Gujarat village, went missing. According to police statements, local resident Savanji Thakor forcibly took the child and threw him into a nearby well. The body was recovered the following day with the help of villagers.

Background of the Land Row

The disappearance occurred against the backdrop of a protracted land dispute between the Thakor families. Over the past two years, both parties have contested ownership of a fertile plot, leading to multiple court cases and heightened tensions in the community.

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Witchcraft Allegations

After the body was found, several villagers claimed that Savanji resorted to witchcraft to conceal his crime. Such accusations reflect deep‑seated superstitions that often surface in rural India when violent crimes remain unsolved.

Historical Background

Land‑related violence is a recurring issue in Gujarat’s countryside. In the last five years, over 200 cases involved property disputes, and a notable fraction were accompanied by claims of black magic, which complicate law‑enforcement efforts.

Why This Matters

BozokMedia analysis shows that the intertwining of land conflicts with superstition underscores the urgent need for stronger rural policing and community education to curb vigilante justice.

"When property disputes are framed as witchcraft, it diverts attention from legal accountability and fuels social unrest," says criminologist Dr. Priya Mehta.
Did You Know?: Gujarat recorded a 15% rise in cases where witchcraft was cited as a motive in violent crimes between 2020 and 2023.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q1: Has Savanji Thakor been arrested?

A: Yes, local authorities have taken him into custody and the investigation is ongoing.

Q2: Will the witchcraft allegations affect the legal proceedings?

A: While the claims add a cultural layer, the police have stated that the case will be pursued on factual evidence alone.