According to reports, former MPTC member Bakka Narayana allegedly attacked Venkanna with an axe, killing him on the spot. (Representational Image: DC)

Nizamabad: A former sarpanch was allegedly murdered over a land dispute at Taglepalle in Varni mandal of Nizamabad district.

The deceased was identified as Maisam Venkatesh, alias Venkanna. According to reports, former MPTC member Bakka Narayana allegedly attacked Venkanna with an axe, killing him on the spot.

Following the incident, Narayana reportedly surrendered at a police station. Police have registered a case and launched an investigation to ascertain the circumstances leading to the murder.

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