India, March 31 -- A violent altercation at Ebowla, a club-style tavern operating on private agricultural land near Signature Tower in Sector 30, has reignited concerns over the district's unregulated ahatas-taverns that often evade excise and civic oversight. Nine intoxicated guests allegedly assaulted the club's security in charge and three bouncers after being denied re-entry on Tuesday night, police said on Saturday.

The scuffle erupted around 10.15pm, leaving security in charge Parveen Kumar with serious head injuries. He is being treated at AIIMS, Delhi. Bouncer Sachin Kumar was admitted to Civil Hospital in Sector 10, while two others, Rahul Kumar and Rachna Devi, were discharged after treatment, officers aware of the case said. A...