Brawl Erupts at Chandigarh Club Bar
A violent altercation broke out between Karan Nanda, son of former District Bar Association president NK Nanda, and Sajanpreet Singh, son of former Chandigarh Mayor Ravinder Pal Singh Pali, at the Chandigarh Club bar on the evening of June 30, 2026. Eyewitnesses reported that beer bottles were hurled and punches exchanged after a prolonged verbal argument in full public view, causing ripples across the city.
Cross-Complaints Filed, Police Hesitate
Both parties have lodged counter-complaints with the police, but sources indicate that law enforcement is reluctant to register an FIR due to pressure from influential figures on both sides. The police have remained tight-lipped about the incident, declining to comment on the ongoing dispute.
Karan Nanda's Account of the Incident
Karan Nanda, an advocate at the Punjab and Haryana High Court, stated: “He was sitting on the adjacent table and was staring at me for some time after which an argument ensued. I do not know him, nor do I have any enmity with him. A complaint was lodged, but after the intervention of senior members of the club the matter has been resolved.” Despite his claim of resolution, the filing of cross-complaints suggests lingering tensions.
Simmering Feud Behind the Brawl
Eyewitnesses said the immediate trigger for the brawl remains unknown, but a feud had been simmering between the two for two to three years. The rivalry reportedly intensified after Karan Nanda contested for the post of club vice-president in November 2024, and Sajanpreet Singh’s father, Ravinder Pal Singh Pali, allegedly supported a rival faction against Nanda.
Club Members Demand Cancellation of Memberships
Several club members have written to the Chandigarh Club president, demanding the cancellation of both individuals' memberships over their “shameful behaviour.” The incident has sparked debate about decorum and discipline within the elite institution, with many calling for strict action to prevent future occurrences.
