A shocking incident has unfolded in Odisha's Puri district, where a 15-year-old girl was allegedly set on fire by three to four unidentified youths on her way to a friend's house. The victim, a Plus 2 student, sustained severe burn injuries and was initially admitted to AIIMS Bhubaneswar. Due to the severity of her condition, she was airlifted to AIIMS Delhi for advanced medical care.
Eight people have been taken into custody for questioning, including the victim's father, who is under suspicion.
A special investigation team (SIT) has been formed to probe the incident, with a scientific team examining the crime scene.
The victim's statement has been recorded in the presence of a magistrate, and police are working to identify the perpetrators.
The state government will bear all medical expenses for the victim's treatment.
Deputy Chief Minister Pravati Parida has ordered the immediate arrest of the accused and assured strict action against them.
The victim's condition is currently stable, and she is receiving treatment at AIIMS Delhi.
A green corridor was created to facilitate her airlift from Bhubaneswar to Delhi.