Farmer ‘killed’ in tractor run-over following land dispute in Erode

A 71-year-old farmer was allegedly run over and killed by a tractor following a long-standing land dispute near Bhavani in Erode district on Thursday (September 17, 2026).

The deceased was identified as Kalanayakkar of Pothanaickanur in Mylambadi panchayat. Police said he had been involved in a land dispute with Rangasamy, also of the same locality, and the two had frequently quarrelled over the issue.

According to the police, Rangasamy went to the disputed land on Thursday to plough it using his tractor. Kalanayakkar, who was present there, objected to the work and questioned him. An argument ensued and escalated into a quarrel. During the altercation, Rangasamy allegedly drove the tractor over Kalanayakkar and fled. Kalanayakkar died on the spot.