Jaipur, India — Tension has increased in Jaipur’s historic Amer area following the death of a local tourist guide who was allegedly stabbed during a dispute connected with vehicle access near Amer Fort.

The victim, identified as Manish Soni, was reportedly involved in an argument on Monday over taking a jeep toward the Amer Fort area. The disagreement allegedly escalated into a physical confrontation during which Soni suffered a knife injury. He later died from his injuries.

Following the incident, anger spread among local residents and people associated with the tourism industry. A market in the area was reportedly shut as a mark of protest, with residents demanding action against those responsible for the fatal attack.

The incident has drawn attention because Amer is one of Jaipur’s most visited tourist destinations and regularly sees large numbers of visitors, guides, drivers and other tourism workers. Any serious confrontation in the area can quickly create concerns about public safety and disrupt local activity.

Police are investigating the circumstances surrounding the alleged stabbing and are working to establish exactly how the dispute developed. Investigators are also expected to examine witness accounts and other available evidence as part of the case.

The death has intensified demands from local residents for stronger measures to prevent disputes from turning violent, particularly in busy tourist zones where conflicts over vehicles and access can affect both residents and visitors.

Authorities have not treated the allegations as a final determination of guilt. Any person accused in connection with the incident remains presumed innocent unless convicted by a court.

The investigation remains ongoing, with further legal action expected as police establish the complete sequence of events.